Aji Amarillo Street Corn
Sweet corn paired with the fruity heat of Peruvian yellow chili paste and queso fresco.

Total
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
3
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Recipe serves 3
Ingredients
- 4 ears Corn on the cob, husked
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Aji Amarillo paste
- 0.5 cup Queso Fresco, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 pieces Lime wedges(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, aji amarillo paste, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
- 3
Place the corn ears directly on the grill grates and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until lightly charred on all sides.
- 4
Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush each ear generously with the aji amarillo mayo mixture.
- 5
Sprinkle the crumbled queso fresco evenly over the warm, coated corn so it adheres to the sauce.
- 6
Dust the corn with smoked paprika and salt to taste.
- 7
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a pop of color and herbal flavor.
- 8
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
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