Corn My Way
Elevate your summer cookout or weeknight dinner with "Corn My Way," a vibrant and flavor-packed twist on classic corn on the cob. This easy recipe combines tender, juicy boiled corn with a rich garlic-lime butter infused with smoky paprika, creating a savory, zesty glaze that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a crumbling of tangy Cotija cheese and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this dish is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a star feature of your meal, "Corn My Way" is ready in just 25 minutes and perfectly complements a variety of main courses. Don’t forget the lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cups Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Husk the corn and remove all the silk. Rinse the corn under cold water to clean it thoroughly.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water, then carefully place the corn in the pot. Boil the corn for 8–10 minutes until tender.
While the corn is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and black pepper into the melted butter mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the pot and allow it to cool slightly. Using a pastry brush, generously coat each ear of corn with the seasoned butter mixture.
Sprinkle the corn with crumbled Cotija cheese and freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve the corn immediately, garnished with additional lime wedges on the side if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 157 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 2105 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 472 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1182 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
