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Grilled Mexican Street Corn with Chipotle Adobo Sauce is irresistible!

Grilled Mexican Street Corn with Chipotle Adobo Sauce is a delicious and irresistible dish that combines the sweetness of corn with a spicy and creamy chipotle sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ears of fresh corn husked
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1-2 tablespoons chipotle adobo sauce adjust to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the corn with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and chili powder.
  3. Place the corn directly on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and tender.
  4. While the corn is grilling, in a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chipotle adobo sauce, and lime juice until well combined.
  5. Once the corn is done, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
  6. Brush the chipotle mayonnaise mixture generously over each ear of corn.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro over the top.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the corn.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ear of cornCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • You can substitute cotija cheese with feta cheese for a similar flavor.
  • For a spicier kick, add more chipotle adobo sauce or sprinkle some cayenne pepper on top.
  • If you prefer a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.

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