Crazy Corn
Get ready to elevate your summer cookouts with "Crazy Corn," a zesty and flavorful twist on classic grilled corn on the cob. This easy-to-make recipe combines smoky, charred kernels with a luscious coating of butter and mayonnaise, topped with a bold blend of chili powder, paprika, and crumbled Cotija cheese. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice add a vibrant, tangy finish that will keep your guests coming back for more. Inspired by Mexican street corn (elote), this recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and makes for the perfect side dish or snack. Whether you're firing up the grill for a family barbecue or hosting a festive gathering, this irresistible Crazy Corn will be the talk of the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups Cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel back the husks of the corn (but don't remove them) and remove all of the silk. Fold the husks back over the kernels, and soak the corn in cold water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the corn from the water, shake off excess water, and grill the corn with the husks still on for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
Carefully remove the husks and continue grilling the corn for another 3-5 minutes, rotating frequently for an even char.
While the corn is grilling, prepare the toppings. In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Once the corn is done cooking, brush each ear with 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise.
Sprinkle the chili-paprika seasoning mixture evenly over all sides of the corn.
Roll the corn in crumbled Cotija cheese to coat generously.
Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the top.
Cut the lime into wedges and squeeze fresh lime juice over the corn before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.7 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.4 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 242 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2521 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 448 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1129 mg | 24% | |
*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.
