Ingredients:

  • 4 ears of corn, husks removed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon Chili powder, extra for sprinkling (optional)
  • 4 Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat (about 350-450°F or 175-230°C).
  2. Brush corn with vegetable oil. Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels are slightly charred and tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine crema or sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Spread the sauce evenly over the grilled corn.
  5. Sprinkle generously with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a pinch of chili powder (if using).
  6. Serve immediately with lime wedges.