Mexican Street Corn Casserole
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4.5
Mexican Street Corn Casserole
Description
This casserole starts by briefly boiling frozen corn to thaw it, then mixing it with mayonnaise and a blend of spices including chili powder, paprika, chipotle pepper, salt, and black pepper. The seasoned corn is transferred to a casserole dish, topped with pieces of butter, and baked until the butter is melted and the flavors meld. After baking, it’s stirred to incorporate the butter completely, then garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese.
The result is a creamy, slightly spicy casserole with deep smoky notes from the chipotle and paprika, balanced by the tang of cotija cheese and freshness of cilantro. The texture retains some corn bite while being rich with the buttery, spicy sauce coating.
This dish can accompany grilled meats or be served as a flavorful side at gatherings. It brings the familiar flavors of elote in a casserole form, making it easy to share and reheat.
Ingredients
- 2 lb corn frozen
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch chipotle pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled
Instructions
- In a large pot, fill with water about halfway up.
- Bring water to a boil and add in the corn.
- Allow the corn to cook for about 3-4 minutes, this is basically just to thaw it out.
- Drain water and keep pot over low heat.
- Add in the chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, chipotle pepper, and mayonnaise.
- Once mixed thoroughly, pour corn mixture into a casserole dish.
- Cut up butter into a few small pieces and place on top of corn.
- Place casserole dish in a preheated oven, 400, and allow to cook until butter is completely melted (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove dish from oven and stir mixture to incorporate butter thoroughly.
- Add in the cilantro and cheese. Serve!!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 311 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 311kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 662mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 371mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 737IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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