Jul 14 2026

Corn On The Cob Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Topped with chipotle aioli, cotija cheese, cilantro, a wedge of lime and dusted with blackened seasoning.

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Ingredients

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Corn Preparation

Method

Corn Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Corn

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Corn

    Add the ears of corn to the boiling water. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the corn is tender. Remove from water and set aside.

Chipotle Aioli

  1. 3

    Make the Aioli

    In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

  2. 4

    Mix Well

    Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Top the Corn

    Take each ear of corn and generously brush or drizzle with the chipotle aioli.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro over the aioli-covered corn.

  3. 7

    Finish with Seasoning

    Dust the corn with blackened seasoning to taste.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Serve the corn with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

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