Spicy Stove-Top Street Corn Delight

Ingredients

- 4 ears of fresh corn, husked
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Corn:
Begin by shucking the corn and removing all the silk. Rinse the ears under cold water to clean them thoroughly. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

2. Season the Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the unsalted butter with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well until the spices are evenly distributed through the butter.

3. Cook the Corn:
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat on your stove. Once hot, place the ears of corn directly into the skillet. Allow them to cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, turning occasionally, until they are lightly charred and tender.

4. Butter the Corn:
Using a pastry brush or a spoon, generously coat each ear of corn with the prepared spiced butter while still hot. Ensure that the butter melts evenly, infusing the corn with flavor.

5. Add the Toppings:
Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the buttered corn, letting the heat soften the cheese slightly. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and a squirt of lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to your taste preference.

6. Serve Immediately:
For optimal flavor and texture, serve the Spicy Stove-Top Street Corn Delight immediately after adding the toppings. Encourage diners to squeeze additional lime juice over their corn for a refreshing finish.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
- PT10M
- 10 minutes

- Cooking Time:
- PT15M
- 15 minutes

Total Time

- PT25M
- 25 minutes

Type of Dish

- Snack

Keywords

- Corn
- Spicy
- Snack
- Street Food
- Stove-Top
- Quick Recipe
- Gourmet
- Easy
- Cheese
- Herb

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 680 total calories

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