Mexican Street Corn
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Mexican Street Corn
Description
This Mexican Street Corn recipe prepares whole corn cobs grilled over medium heat after being brushed with vegetable oil. The grilling brings a subtle smoky flavor and tender texture to the kernels. Once cooked and slightly cooled, each ear is brushed generously with a creamy sauce made from mayonnaise, Mexican crema, and lime juice, adding richness and acidity.
The corn is then sprinkled with cotija cheese, which contributes a salty and slightly crumbly contrast, and finished with chili powder for a mild heat and cilantro for fresh herbal notes. The combination delivers bright, creamy, and slightly tangy bites, balancing the grilled sweetness of the corn.
This corn is traditionally served as a flavorful side or snack, ideal for outdoor meals or barbecues. The toppings can be adjusted to taste or ingredient availability, including substituting sour cream for crema.
Ingredients
- 8 ears corn shucked, on the cob
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese finely grated
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, leaves
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to medium heat. Brush the oil over the corn cobs.
- Grill the corn for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
- While the corn is cooking, whisk together the mayonnaise, crema and lime juice in a small bowl.
- Let the corn cool for 5 minutes. Brush the mayonnaise mixture all over the corn.
- Sprinkle the cotija cheese, chili powder and cilantro leaves over the corn, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 210kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 272mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 253mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7.3mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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