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Aztec Corn

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Barbecue and Grilling, Legumes, Side Dishes
Servings 6
Calories 377 kcal

Nutrition

Calories: 377 kcalCarbohydrates: 71 gProtein: 16 gFat: 17 gSaturated Fat: 12 gCholesterol: 16 mgSodium: 266 mgFiber: 14 gSugar: 9 gVitamin A: 35.075 IUCalcium: 31 mgIron: 12 mg

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cup corn 3 large ears of corn
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 each green onions sliced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 dash pepper to taste
  • 1 whole poblano chili roasted, peeled, and chopped
  • 1 med red pepper chopped
  • 1 cup chopped zucchini or peas optional
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 3 teaspoons lime juice

Instructions 

  • Husk the corn, discarding silks and spotted husks. Soak the remaining husks for at least 30 minutes in water. Use as many husks as necessary to make 6 containers for about 3/4 to 1 cup vegetables each. Then lay each one on a rectangular piece of aluminum foil, about 10 by 6 inches.
  • With a sharp knife, remove kernels from the cobs, taking care to use all the milky liquid.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add corn, green onions, salt, and pepper. Sauté about 5 minutes, and then add chopped chiles and red pepper. If using the optional vegetables, add to the skillet with the peppers.
  • Stir in salsa and lime juice, and taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Spoon about 3/4 to 1 cup of the vegetables into the prepared husks, spreading them flat to make an oblong, boat-shaped container. Fold the foil over the husks, pinching the secure both ends and long edges. The vegetables will be grilled in this package.
  • Prepare barbecue grill. Arrange husks on cooler edge of grill. Grill about 8 to 10 minutes, without turning.
  • If baking in the oven, preheat to 375° and bake directly on the rack for 12 to 15 minutes.
  • To serve, open the foil and then slide the vegetables in their husks onto plates. Garnish with oregano or basil.
Keyword barbecue/grill, saute
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