mexican-style grilled corn

i got this recipe from america’s test kitchen (you need to register to get this recipe).  my friend had told me about this preparation for corn, but i never tried it until today.  it’s very delicious.  yum!

serves 6

1/4 C mayonnaise
3 tbsp sour cream
3 tbsp minced cilantro
1 medium garlic clove, minced
3/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
juice of one lime (approx. 4 tsp)
1 oz queso fresco (or pecorino romano)
4 tsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp salt
6 large ears corn

1. combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, garlic, 1/4 tsp chili powder, black pepper, lime, and cheese in a large bowl.  mix well.
2. mix vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and salt on a plate.  roll each ear of corn in mixture until it’s coated.
3. grill corn until it is slightly charred on each side.
4. while the corn is hot, roll it in the mayonnaise mixture.