Mexican Corn on the Cob
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Mexican Corn on the Cob
Description
Mexican Corn on the Cob features cooked ears of corn dressed with melted butter and a dusting of cotija cheese combined with chili powder and sea salt. The corn can be prepared three ways: slow cooker, stove top boiling, or grilling. Grilling imparts a charred, smoky element while slow cooking softens the kernels gently. The cheese and chili powder mixture adds a crumbly, rich texture and spicy heat that contrasts with the sweetness of the corn. Lime wedges provide a zesty finish, and cilantro adds a fresh herbal note. This side dish stands out for its combination of creamy, tangy cheese and subtle heat.
Ingredients
- 4-6 corn on the cob cooked
- 1 cup cotija cheese grated (your preference - fine like parmesan or in chunks
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1/4 cup butter unsalted and melted
- 4-6 lime wedges
- cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Prepare corn
- For Slow Cooker method - add 1/2 cup water to to the slow cooker add cleaned corn on the cob. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours. OR Keep corn in the husk following this slow cooker Corn on the Cob method.
- Corn on the Cob Stove Top - Over medium high heat bring a large stock pot of water to a boil. Place clean corn in the pot and cover bringing the corn back to a boil. Cook for 3-10 minutes according to your preference. Remove with tongs and let cool.
- To Grill Corn on the Cob - Remove a couple of layers of the husks and soak the corn in a large pot of water for 15 minutes. Pull down the husks to remove the silk, but keep a couple of layers intact. Over medium heat on oiled grates grill the corn turning them to char the whole corn. Place your corn on indirect heat (sides or a top grill) and cook for about 15 minutes. Remove with tongs and cool before handling.
Cheese Mix
- In a shallow bowl or dish mix cheese, chili and salt together. Coat corn with melted butter and then roll into cheese mix. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime. Squeeze lime over corn and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 788mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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