A&M's Testing Notes:
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Expand6 ears of corn, husks and silk removed Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 cup mayonnaise (Best Foods brand preferred; can use light version) Ask a question about this ingredient
3 tablespoons sour cream (Daisy brand preferred; can use light version) Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Ask a question about this ingredient
1 pinch salt Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup freshly grated Cotija cheese (about 4-5 ounces) Ask a question about this ingredient
Ground chili powder (or ground cayenne pepper or ground chipotle) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 lime, cut into 6 wedges, for serving Ask a question about this ingredient
Fire up the grill and get all ingredients ready.
Ask a question about this stepMicrowave 3 ears of corn at a time in a covered container, 5 minutes. When first batch is done, microcook second batch.
Ask a question about this stepWhile corn is cooking stir mayonnaise, sour cream, cumin and salt together in a small bowl and set aside. Place grated cheese on a large plate and set aside.
Ask a question about this stepWhen corn is done in the microwave, grill it, turning frequently, until browned in spots, about 10-12 minutes. When corn is done on the grill, attach corn holders to each ear, and, working quickly, smear each ear with the mayonnaise mixture (this is the glue for the cheese), and then roll it in the grated cheese, sprinkle with chili powder and place on a plate. Use whatever chili powder you like, and give it a light sprinkle. You are working quickly because you want the heat of the corn to soften the cheese. Don’t let the corn cool off.
Ask a question about this stepServe immediately, with lime wedges alongside. Squeeze lime over the corn before eating.
Ask a question about this stepServes 4-6. (Some people will eat 1 ear, and some people – you know who you are – will want 2 ears.)
Ask a question about this stepWow...this looks quite delish--going to save this one!
I love this recipe and I hate it!!! It is so delicious but so indulgent! I have made it by steaming the corn and then slathering the rest of the ingredients and then finishing it under a broiler. Everyone love it! thumbs up!
Nate and Mary Kate are the authors of the cookbook Feeding the Dragon: A Culinary Travelogue through China with Recipes.
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