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Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chile and Lime

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Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chile and Lime

Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chile and Lime

amanda

Equipment

  • - Grill Corn Husks & Shuckers: Perfect for shucking corn quickly and efficiently.

  • - Outdoor Corn Griller Set: Portable grilling set designed specifically for grilling vegetables like corn on the cob directly over a heat source.

  • - Small Charcoal Grill with Lid: Ideal for outdoor cooking, providing even heat distribution suitable for various foods including corn.

  • - Stainless Steel Corn Husking Pitcher: Durable tool for husking large quantities of corn efficiently.

  • - Outdoor Grill Basket Set (with handles): Helps to grill corn and other vegetables evenly by providing a barrier against direct heat.

  • - Corn Husking Glove: Protects hands during shucking, preventing splinters or dirt exposure.

  • - Charcoal Grill Tongs Set: Essential accessory with long handle for turning food without heat exposure.

  • - Grill Planks & Accessories: Creates an elevated surface to cook corn kernels on, imparting a smoky flavor.

  • - Portable Charcoal Grill with Thermometer: Ensures precise temperature control for grilling, including perfectly charred corn ears.

  • - Outdoor Corn Husking Tool Set (with shuckers and scrapers): Efficient husk removal set for easier cleaning of corn kernels.

  • - Grill Lid with Ventilation: Regulates temperature during the cooking process by adjusting airflow.

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons crema mexicana,* créme fraîche,* or sour cream

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder or ancho chile powder**

  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt

  • 8 ears of corn with husks

  • 2 limes, halved or quartered

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • *Crema mexicana (Mexican créme fraîche) is available at some supermarkets and in the refrigerated section of Latin markets. Créme fraîche is sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.

  • **Chipotle and ancho chile powders are available in the spice section of many supermarkets and from adrianascaravan.com.

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Mix crema mexicana, fresh lime juice, chile powder, and coarse kosher salt in small bowl to blend. DO AHEAD Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
2

Instruction 2

Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Remove outer husks from corn, leaving inner pale green husks attached. Fold back inner husks; remove corn silk. Sprinkle corn with salt and pepper. Rewrap inner husks around corn. Grill corn until husks are charred and beginning to pull away and corn is tender, turning frequently, about 10 minutes. Grill lime quarters until lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
3

Instruction 3

Pull husks away from corn to expose kernels. Place corn and lime on platter. Brush corn with crema-lime mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro.
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