This formula for Barbecued Corn Relish incorporates delightful roasted corn to give a punch of taste and sweetness to offset the intensity of the jalapenos. It’s the ideal addition to nachos, tacos, and more!
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Formula Details
I thoroughly love preparing my own fresh salsas, and this Barbecued Corn Relish is one of my top picks. Instead of purchasing expensive jars in the supermarket, I can keep a few things in my pantry to blend this up immediately. It is ideal for last-minute gatherings or for that Taco Tuesday dinner your family adores.
- FLAVOR: Spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet, this relish is so pleasing. The roasted fresh corn gives it incredible flavor.
- CONSISTENCY: The fresh sweet corn gives this dip a fuller consistency so the relish is dense and chunky.
- TIME: This formula takes just 10 minutes.
- EASE: This is a really simple dip to assemble. You can easily prepare it ahead of time, too, so it’s very convenient.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Corn- Grilled corn has a wonderful smoky flavor that will make this relish taste great. Barbecue them on the cob, then slice the corn off.
- Tomatoes- We use a mixture of whole peeled tomatoes and diced tomatoes with green chilies for a little spicy flavor and chunky consistency.
- Cilantro– Using fresh cilantro is a must for this recipe. It will give your Barbecued Corn Relish so much amazing, fresh flavor.
- Jalapeno– Use as much or as little as you want, depending on how hot you like your relish.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Add avocado- For a creamy element, add diced avocado to this Barbecued Corn Relish to make it even thicker.
- Substitute cherry tomatoes- Cherry or grape tomatoes will add more sweetness to this dip.
- Add black beans- For some protein, add black beans to this relish for a really chunky and delicious dip.
- Add barbecued red bell pepper- Adding this ingredient will give the relish a more smoky-sweet flavor. They’re easy to make at home or you can purchase them at the market.
How to Make Barbecued Corn Relish
- Combine everything but the tomatoes and corn. In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the cilantro, garlic, onion, jalapeño, salt, ground cumin, and lime juice.
- Add the tomatoes. Add the diced tomatoes & green chilies and whole tomatoes to the food processor and blend until smooth.
- Mix the corn in. Slice the corn off of each ear of barbecued corn and mix it into the blended relish. Serve with a large bowl of tortilla chips.
Pro Tip: Slice the corn off the ear while it’s standing in a bowl to catch everything that drops. This avoids any mess.
Formula Tips
- Seed the jalapeno- If the jalapeno is too spicy, but you want some of the flavor, then scoop out the seeds. This is where the spiciness is found.
- Use fresh lime juice- If possible, use freshly squeezed lime juice for this Barbecued Corn Relish. It has the best flavor and is much better than concentrate.
- Place the ears of corn on a paper towel- When you are slicing the corn off the cob, stand the ear up on a slice of paper towel in a bowl to keep it from slipping.
- Saw the corn off- When you cut off the corn, use a gentle, downward sawing motion to get all the corn kernels off.
FAQs
When barbecuing corn in the husk, it’s a good idea to soak the corn husks for about 30 minutes. This moistens them so they are less likely to catch fire during the barbecuing process.
If you are barbecuing your corn out of the husk, then wrap it in foil. This traps steam inside, keeping the corn nice and moist. You can always unwrap them afterward and place them on the grill for that lovely charred finish.
Serving Suggestions
This Barbecued Corn Relish is versatile and great as a side dish, topping or dip. Serve it with meats, other dips, nachos, over a salad, or with other Mexican-inspired recipes.
- Meats: Serve this relish with Cast Iron Ribeye Steak, Smoked Chicken Thighs, Garlic Butter Steak Bites, or Smoked Pork Chops.
- Salads: Add it on top of your favorite salad, or on this Broccoli Salad With Bacon and Cheese, Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad, BLT Pasta Salad, or Tomato Garlic Salad.
- Tacos/Enchiladas: Enjoy it with some Flank Steak Tacos, White Chicken Enchiladas, Fish Tacos, or Chicken Enchiladas with Red Sauce. You can even serve it with these Breakfast Burritos (VIDEO).
- Other dips: Serve it alongside other dips like this Easy BLT Dip, 7 Layer Taco Dip, Hot Artichoke Dip, or Pretzel Cheese Dip.
Make This Formula in Advance
Make ahead: You can barbecue the corn and slice it off ahead of time and store it in the fridge for a day before making this relish.
Storing: Store any leftovers of this Barbecued Corn Relish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The tomatoes will leak water over time, so the relish may get thinner as it sits.
Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing this because the tomato base will become grainy when it thaws. But if you do want to freeze it, place it in a freezer-safe ziplock bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When thawed, drain some of the excess liquid out before serving.
More Delicious Dips and Toppings!
Inspect these other appetizing dips and toppings:
- Pico de Gallo Recipe
- Cilantro Lime Dressing
- Avocado Corn Salad
- Guacamole Recipe
