Mexican Street Corn
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5
Mexican Street Corn
Description
This recipe cooks fresh shucked corn by boiling it briefly until tender and vibrantly colored. Each ear is then rubbed with lime juice and spread with mayonnaise, which acts as a creamy adhesive to hold the grated Parmesan cheese. Tajin seasoning, which blends chili powder with lime and salt, is sprinkled on for an added layer of zesty heat and brightness. The result is corn that combines creamy, salty, tangy, and spicy elements.
The use of Parmesan cheese, common in some Mexican street vendor recipes, complements the lime and spice without overwhelming the corn's natural sweetness. Alternatives noted include Cotija or feta cheeses for a different taste profile. Tajin seasoning can be swapped with chili powder variations depending on heat preference.
This recipe yields four ears and can be doubled or tripled. Leftover corn should be stored covered in the refrigerator and consumed within four days for best freshness.
Ingredients
- 4 ears corn shucked
- 2 lime halved
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese see note 1, grated
- tajin seasoning or chili powder, to taste (see note 2)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring 4 quarts water to boil. Add corn and boil until bright yellow and tender, about 4 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly, then skewer with sticks if desired.
- Rub an ear of corn with half a lime, then coat with 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (a spatula works well).
- Coat with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and season with Tajin or chile powder to taste (I like about 1 teaspoon Tajin). Repeat with remaining ears of corn.
Notes
- Use grated Parmesan from a green shaker can for an authentic flavor comparable to Mexican street vendors.
- Cotija or feta cheeses can replace Parmesan if desired, offering a saltier or tangier alternative.
- Tajin seasoning provides mild heat with lime flavor; substitute with chili powder, ancho chile powder, or cayenne according to heat preference.
- This recipe makes 4 ears but can be scaled up easily.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 ear | |
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 308mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 496IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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