Grilled Corn with Jalapeños

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 ears of fresh corn, husked and silked
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (adjust amount to desired heat level)
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• Lime wedges for serving

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and jalapeño and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Place corn ears in the skillet and char on all sides, about 5 minutes.
5. Sprinkle cheese blend over the corn and allow it to melt, about 1 minute.
6. Transfer the corn to a serving platter and sprinkle with cilantro.
7. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the corn.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 200 per serving
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and smoky flavors from the grilled corn
• Tangy kick from the jalapeños
• Creamy richness from the melted cheese
• Freshness from the cilantro and lime wedges

User Comments:

• "This is the best corn on the cob I've ever had! The charred flavor and jalapeño spice were perfect."
• "I love the combination of sweet corn and melted cheese. So simple, yet so delicious."
• "This is a great summer side dish that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
• "I made this for my family and they couldn't stop eating it. The kids loved the jalapeño heat."
• "I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy fresh corn in a new and exciting way."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a grill pan, you can grill the corn directly on your gas grill or over hot coals on a charcoal grill.
• If you don't like spicy food, you can omit the jalapeño pepper or use a milder pepper, such as a bell pepper.
• For a more intense flavor, you can soak the corn in a mixture of water and apple cider vinegar for a few hours before grilling.