Crispy Garlic Butter Grilled Street Corn Recipe with Cotija and Lime
A flavorful and crispy grilled street corn recipe featuring garlic butter, crumbly Cotija cheese, and fresh lime, perfect for summer BBQs and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 large fresh lime, juiced (plus wedges for serving)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with minced garlic. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C).
- Husk the ears of corn and remove all silk strands. Pat dry.
- Brush the corn evenly with a generous layer of the garlic butter mixture.
- Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2-3 minutes using tongs, brushing more garlic butter on each rotation. Grill for about 10-12 minutes until kernels have crispy spots and a lightly charred golden color.
- Remove the corn from the grill and immediately sprinkle with crumbled Cotija cheese. Add a pinch of chili powder and salt to taste.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over each ear right before serving.
- Scatter chopped cilantro on top if desired and serve with extra lime wedges.
Notes
Use softened butter for easy spreading. Turn corn frequently to avoid burning and get even char marks. Watch for flare-ups caused by dripping butter. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for best flavor. Can be roasted in oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 20 minutes if no grill is available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: grilled corn, street corn, garlic butter, Cotija cheese, lime, summer BBQ, side dish, easy recipe