Fresh Corn Street Mix (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Corn Prep
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4 fresh ears of corn, with husks and silky threads removed
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2 tablespoons chilled butter
→ Creamy Dressing
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1/3 cup mayo
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1 tsp chili powder
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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Juice from one lime (roughly 1/4 cup)
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Sea salt, adjust to taste
→ Crunchy Slaw
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8 ounces purple cabbage, sliced thin
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8 ounces green cabbage, shredded
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1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 small jalapeño, minced and seeded
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4 finely chopped green onions
→ Toppings
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Crumbled cotija cheese (about 2 oz)
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Extra cilantro, chopped
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Additional minced green onions
# Instructions:
01 -
Set your grill and grill pan over medium-high heat to preheat.
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Take each cob and spread a nice layer of chilled butter all over. Doing this while the corn is raw makes the coating stick more evenly. Put aside while prepping other parts.
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In a mixing bowl, combine mayo, lime juice, chili powder, and paprika. Whisk it until it's smooth. Add some sea salt on top and adjust based on your preference.
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Grab a big bowl and toss in the shredded cabbages, red pepper strips, chopped cilantro, jalapeño, and green onions. Pour most of the dressing over (save a spoonful or two for later), then mix so everything gets coated.
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Lay the butter-slathered corn onto your heated grill. Grill for 8-10 minutes, flipping once in a while to get an even char. Cool slightly after cooking.
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Once the corn is cool enough to touch without burning yourself, slice the kernels off with a sharp knife.
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On a serving dish, spread your slaw as a base layer. Sprinkle the warm grilled corn kernels over top. Drizzle the rest of the dressing. Then finish off with crumbled cotija cheese and, if you want, some extra cilantro or green onions.
# Notes:
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Fresh corn and crunchy veggies come together with a zesty, creamy dressing for a fun take on classic Mexican street food.
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Perfect for outdoor parties, summer BBQs, or a casual get-together with friends.
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Make it a full meal by throwing on grilled shrimp, marinated steak, or herby chicken skewers.