Saturday, June 28, 2008

and yet more corn...

My friend Laura made yummy grilled chicken tostadas for dinner tonight, and served this recipe along with them. Summertime is corn season after all!

Charred Corn Relish
Yield: 6 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)

4 ears shucked corn
Cooking spray
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
1/2 to 1 chipotle chile, canned in adobo sauce, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1. Prepare grill.

2. Lightly coat corn with cooking spray. Place corn on grill rack; grill 20 minutes, turning occasionally. Cool completely. Cut kernels from ears of corn; place in a medium bowl. Discard cobs.

3. Add bell pepper, tomatoes, onions, and chipotle chile to bowl; toss well. Combine juice and remaining ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle juice mixture over corn mixture; toss well. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes.

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