Jalapeno Buttered Corn (Marcela Valladolid) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
2 jalapeno chiles |
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened |
1 garlic clove, minced |
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley leaves |
salt and freshly ground black pepper |
4 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed |
1 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese |
*queso fresco is a fresh cheese found at latin markets. a mild feta could be substituted. |
Directions:
1. Prepare a grill or grill pan to high heat.
2. Grill the jalapenos, turning them occasionally, until charred on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer them to a cutting board and let cool for 5 minutes. Keep the grill on high heat.
3. Using a small paring knife, peel the jalapenos. Scrape out and discard the seeds and veins. Coarsely chop the chiles and transfer them to a medium bowl. Add the butter, garlic, and parsley and mash together. Season the jalapeno butter with salt and pepper, to taste. Put a square piece of plastic wrap on a work surface. Spoon the jalapeno butter onto the center and roll it up into a 1-inch-diameter log. Refrigerate it until firm, at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 week.
4. Grill the corn on the hot grill or grill pan, turning occasionally, until it is browned in spots and the kernels are tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer the ears to a platter. Top each ear with a pat of the jalapeno butter, sprinkle with queso fresco, and serve.
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