Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups of fresh corn kernels, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 finely chopped jalapeño. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer to a bowl. Mix in ¼ cup of mayonnaise, ¼ cup of crumbled cotija cheese, 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro, ½ teaspoon of fine salt, and 2 tablespoons of lime juice.