Step 1

Make sure the corn has been drained and is as dry as possible.

Step 2

Melt the butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add the corn and cook, until it starts to brown. It’s ok if a few pieces burn. Traditional street corn is charred.

Step 3

Set aside half of the crumbled bacon, one tablespoon cilantro and one tablespoon cheese.

Step 4

Mix the remaining bacon, cheese, cilantro with the mayonnaise, chili powder, garlic and lime juice. Add the corn, stirring gently with a spatula or spoonula until the kernels are evenly coated.

Step 5

Stir in salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Top with the remaining crumbled bacon, then garnish with cilantro and cheese.

Step 7

Serve hot or cold with tortilla chips