Mexican Street Corn
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4.8
Mexican Street Corn
Description
Mexican Street Corn is made by simmering corn cobs in salted water until tender, then brushing them generously with a creamy spread made from mayonnaise and sour cream. Tajin seasoning adds a characteristic tangy and mildly spicy flavor, while crumbled cotija cheese brings a salty, crumbly texture to the dish. This recipe suggests using wooden skewers for easier handling since the corn can be messy to eat. The lime wedges served with the corn allow for a fresh citrus finish that cuts through the richness.
The texture is a combination of juicy, tender corn kernels with a creamy and slightly crumbly exterior. Because boiling the corn rather than grilling is used, the corn remains soft and juicy. The interplay of creamy mayo, tangy seasoning, and crumbly cheese results in a distinctive street food experience at home.
This dish can be served as an appetizer, snack, or side alongside grilled meats or casual meals. It offers a playful and interactive way to enjoy corn, especially when eating off the cob on skewers. Variations such as adding cayenne or switching out toppings can tailor the flavor to individual preferences.
Notes mention that Greek yogurt can substitute mayonnaise for a different flavor. The seasoning can be spiced up with cayenne pepper. The option to make a bowl version (esquites) involves cutting the kernels off the cob with the same toppings, providing a less messy alternative. The recipe yield is for two ears, with a serving size of one ear per person.
Ingredients
- 2 corn remove husks, ears
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or as desired)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (or equal parts if you use more mayo)
- 2 teaspoons tajin seasoning (or more as desired)
- ¼ cup cotija cheese
- lime for serving, wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot add in about 6 cups of salted water. Bring to a boil and add in corn. Cover the pot, turn off the heat and allow the corn to sit in the hot water for 10 minutes. Remove corn from the pot allow it to cool, and push a wooden skewer into the corn. 2 ears of corn
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayo and sour cream. Brush the mayonnaise mix generously on the sides of the corn. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sour cream
- Spoon Tajin seasoning over the corn, then sprinkle cotija cheese on top. 2 teaspoons Tajin seasoning, ¼ cup cotija cheese
- Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Greek yogurt can replace mayonnaise to alter the flavor slightly while keeping the creamy texture.
- Add a dash of cayenne pepper to Tajin seasoning to increase spiciness if desired.
- Try variations with lime zest, red onion, feta cheese, or garlic to customize flavor.
- Using wooden skewers makes eating the corn on the cob less messy and easier to handle.
- Make esquites by cutting kernels off the cob and mixing with the same toppings for a bowl version.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 168kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 307mg | 13% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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