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Flavorful Grilled Mexican Street Corn Recipe with Chipotle Butter and Cotija

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A smoky, spicy, and creamy grilled Mexican street corn recipe featuring chipotle butter and crumbly Cotija cheese, perfect for summer cookouts and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks removed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chili powder for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chipotle butter by combining softened butter, chopped chipotle peppers, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Mix well and adjust chipotle quantity to taste.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375-450°F). Clean the grates with a grill brush.
  3. Place the husked corn ears directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2-3 minutes and grill for 10-12 minutes until kernels are tender and charred.
  4. Remove the corn from the grill using tongs. While still hot, spread the chipotle butter evenly over each ear.
  5. Roll each buttered ear in crumbled Cotija cheese until well coated, pressing gently to help the cheese stick.
  6. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the corn and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top. Add extra salt or chili powder if desired.
  7. Serve immediately hot off the grill with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Make chipotle butter ahead and keep refrigerated; soften before use. Avoid overcooking corn to prevent dryness. Use softened butter for even spreading. If no grill, use grill pan or broiler indoors. For vegan version, substitute butter and cheese with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn, grilled corn, chipotle butter, Cotija cheese, summer cookout, smoky corn, spicy corn, easy side dish

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