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Crispy Grilled Corn Ribs with Zesty Elote Seasoning

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These crispy grilled corn ribs are a flavorful and crunchy twist on traditional corn on the cob, featuring a zesty elote seasoning perfect for summer BBQs and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • 1/4 cup mayo or Mexican crema
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Husk the ears of corn and remove the silk. Stand the ear upright on a cutting board and carefully slice lengthwise into 4 to 6 ribs depending on the size of your corn. Each rib should have several rows of kernels. This takes about 5 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayo or crema, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Stir until smooth to make the zesty elote seasoning sauce.
  3. Lightly coat each corn rib with olive oil or melted butter (about 2 tablespoons total) to help achieve a crispy grilled crust.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place the corn ribs flat on the grill grates and grill for about 8 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs halfway through. Look for crispy edges and a smoky aroma.
  5. Once grilled, immediately brush the corn ribs generously with the zesty elote sauce while they’re still hot so it sticks well.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the ribs, then garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Add a quick squeeze of lime juice before serving for extra zing.

Notes

Use a sharp knife to slice corn ribs evenly. If grill heat is too high, move ribs to a cooler spot to avoid burning. Apply sauce immediately after grilling for best flavor. For vegan version, substitute mayo with vegan mayo or cashew cream and cotija cheese with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet or broiler to maintain crispiness; avoid microwave.

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