Description
A smoky street corn treat with creamy mayo, crumbled cotija cheese, and a spicy kick. Fresh corn grilled to perfection with a tangy flavor trio of chili powder, feta, and salt. Naturally halal and alcohol-free, ideal for snacking.
Ingredients
4 ears fresh shucked corn (husks removed but silks intact)
2 tbsp mayonnaise (full fat recommended)
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta cheese
1 tsp chili powder
0.5 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat barbecue grill to 450°F
Remove husks from corn ears but leave silks for moisture protection
Brush corn with mayonnaise using a pastry brush
Sprinkle with cotija cheese, chili powder, and salt while on the grill
Grill for 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and corn is charred
Notes
Ensure corn is at room temperature before grilling for best char
Apply mayonnaise immediately before grilling to prevent steaming
Use grill tongs to hold corn while seasoning to retain coverage
Crimp grates with tin foil if using a standard grill to catch falling cheese
Substitute feta for cotija if needed
Avoid chilling corn post-salting (prevents sogginess)
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg