Ingredients

  • 3 ears corn on the cob (in the husk)
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder (can use plain)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (2 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Method

  • Place corn (in husk) in a large container; add cold water to cover. Let stand for 30 minutes. Meanwhile heat grill to medium-high direct heat.
  • Remove corn from water; do not remove husks. Place corn on grill. Grill covered 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove from grill. Do not turn grill off. Cool corn slightly. Remove husk and silk.
  • Blend butter, 1 tbsp olive oil, cumin, chili powder, and salt in a small bowl. Place corn on grill; brush with butter mixture. Grill 4 to 7 minutes longer, or until lightly charred, turning and basting once. Remove from grill.
  • Cut corn from the cob. Combine corn, olives, onion, cilantro, tomato, remaining 3 tbsp olive oil, and vinegar in a medium bowl; mix well.