Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cups corn kernels, cut from the cob, uncooked, about 4 ears
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, I use Duke's light
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 14 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juice of
  • 2 tablespoons Cotija cheese, crumbled, can use feta cheese
  • chili powder, to taste

Method

  • Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add corn and toss the corn.
  • Cook until charred, about 6 minutes.
  • Toss the corn and cook again until charred again, about 6-10 minutes more.
  • Add the jalapeno and saute for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.