Ingredients
- 4 large ears of corn
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 T. fresh cilantro, minced (optional)
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Cooking Instructions
If you like more spice, feel free to up the chili powder or add other spices like chipotle powder or tajin.
Serves: 4
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
- Remove husks and the silk from the ears of corn and rinse in cold water, drying thoroughly.
- Grill the corn until heated through and charred slightly, about 15-20 minutes. Turn as needed to evenly cook. Remove from grill.
- While the corn is grilling, combine the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder in a small bowl.
- While still warm. brush the corn ears with a thin layer of mayonnaise. Then sprinkle each with the combined spices.
- Place the crumbled cheese on a plate or shallow dish and then roll the warm corn in the cheese to coat.
- Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with a lime wedge, if desired.
