Mexican-Style Corn on the Cob With Lime, Ancho, and Queso Fresco
- 4 ears fresh corn, in their husks
- 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaf, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 12 teaspoon kosher salt
- fresh ground pepper
- 1 cup shredded or crumbled queso fresco (about 4 ounces) or 1 cup mild feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
- 1 pinch dried chipotle powder
- To make pineapple-cucumber puree: Put pineapple and cucumber chunks in a blender.
- Add a pinch of salt, aSoak corn in cold water for 1 hour.
- Preheat a gas grill or a ridged grill pan to medium, or prepare a charcoal grill, letting coals burn until covered with white ash.
- Grill corn, turning frequently, until the husks are charred, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, put butter, cilantro, and lime juice in a small bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper, and stir to incorporate the ingredients.
- Spread the butter mixture on a serving platter.
- Remove corn from grill and carefully peel back the husks.
- (Corn will be very hot!)
- Remove corn silk and, if desired, wrap some strands of husk around top of corn and knot them.
- Put the hot cobs on the buttered platter and roll to coat.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly over the ears, turning them to coat.
- Sprinkle with chipotle and ancho chili powders and a little extra cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
corn, butter, cilantro leaf, lime juice, kosher salt, fresh ground pepper, queso fresco, chipotle powder
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/mexican-style-corn-on-the-cob-with-lime-ancho-and-queso-fresco-383591 (may not work)