My husband LOVES Nacho Libre. One of the things he remarks on every time we watch it is the corn in the movie that seems to be covered in cheese. I finally got around to picking up some queso fresco to give this a try. Now there are a bunch of different variations on this, at least one of which includes being coated in mayo–GROSS. When I finally got down to wanting to make it, my internet was down, so I had to wing it on how to prepare it. My method was…unconventional and I haven’t quite sorted out how to make the cheese stick without globs of mayo. But this was tasty!
Ingredients:
- 2 ears of fresh corn
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 2 ounces queso fresco
- salt
Directions:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil.
- Peel the husk back and remove the silks.
- Fold the husk back.
- Boil the corn for fifteen minutes.
- Drain. Allow to cool for a few minutes (until you can touch the husks and not burn yourself).
- Meanwhile, mix the butter, chili powder and cumin.
- Preheat your grill to medium.
- Smear half the butter on each ear of corn and fold the husks back into place.
- Grill the corn for five minutes a side.
- Peel the husks back for good this time.
- Sprinkle with salt and more chili powder.
- Sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco.
Mexican Corn
My husband LOVES Nacho Libre . One of the things he remarks on every time we watch it is the corn in the movie that seems to be covered in cheese. I finally got around to picking up some queso fresco to give this a try. Now there are a bunch of different variations on this, at least one of which includes being coated in mayo--GROSS. When I finally got down to wanting to make it, my internet was down, so I had to wing it on how to prepare it. My method was...unconventional and I haven't quite sorted out how to make the cheese stick without globs of mayo. But this was tasty!
Author: Kait Nolan
Recipe type: Side
Cuisine: Gluten free
Ingredients
- 2 ears of fresh corn
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 2 ounces queso fresco
- salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil.
- Peel the husk back and remove the silks.
- Fold the husk back.
- Boil the corn for fifteen minutes.
- Drain. Allow to cool for a few minutes (until you can touch the husks and not burn yourself).
- Meanwhile, mix the butter, chili powder and cumin.
- Preheat your grill to medium.
- Smear half the butter on each ear of corn and fold the husks back into place.
- Grill the corn for five minutes a side.
- Peel the husks back for good this time.
- Sprinkle with salt and more chili powder.
- Sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco.
5 thoughts on “Mexican Corn”
My method for BBQ corn is a bit simpler – I don’t precook the corn before it goes on the BBQ. I usually soak the ears of corn in cold water for a half hour without removing the husks and silk. (If you want, you can gently peel back the raw husks, remove the silk, add butter then fold the husks back but I don’t usually do this). Then BBQ on medium low direct flame with the lid down about 5 minutes, turn 90 degrees for another 5 minutes until all 4 sides are done (total 20 minutes). The husks should be a light brown, not black although some of the loose ends may char. Remove the husks and silk to serve. This method would work nicely with your recipe.
I saw lots of mentions about soaking the corn, which I’ll definitely do next time. By the time I was ready to cook, I didn’t have time for that, so I thought I’d try the precook. Your way sounds easier! 😀
When I received my foodblog email your headline was first – but even if it wasn’t I would have clicked into it first. Nacho Libre and Mexican corn – two favorites. Looking foward to trying this and checking out your gluten free section.
Thx for connecting with me on foodbuzz. I just subscribed to your blog feed and can’t wait to see what your next post will be!
I’ve GOT to try this!!
btw, I’ve just tagged you with a Liebster Award… because you’re awesome like that. 🙂
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