Mexican BBQ Corn

Name: Mexican BBQ Corn
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 8 corn cobs, in their husks; 2 tbsp. mayonnaise; 3 tbsp. sweet chilli sauce; 2 tsp. chipotle chilli flakes; 3 tbsp. chopped fresh chives

The Mexican technique of brushing corn with mayonnaise might sound a bit odd, but trust us, it works!

By The Good Housekeeping Cookery TeamUpdated: 17 May 2024

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Myles New

The unique method of brushing corn with mayonnaise gives way to a super moist and lovely caramelised flavour.

If you can’t find corn in husks, wrap in foil instead. Remove foil and cook directly on the barbecue or griddle for the final 5min of cooking.

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Yields:

8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Cal/Serv:

116

Ingredients

8
corn cobs, in their husks
2 Tbsp.
mayonnaise
3 Tbsp.
sweet chilli sauce
2 tsp.
chipotle chilli flakes
3 Tbsp.
chopped fresh chives

Directions

1. Step 1Soak corn, in its husks, in cold water for 30min. Carefully peel back husks, leaving them attached at the stalk end. Brush corn all over with the mayonnaise and sweet chilli sauce. Sprinkle over the chipotle flakes, half the chives and a little salt.
2. Step 2Fold the husks back over the corn, twisting ends to help them stay closed.
3. Step 3Barbecue or griddle over high heat for 20-30min, turning regularly. Peel off husks and sprinkle over remaining chives. Serve.