Mexican Street Corn Recipe
This Mexican street corn recipe is bold, creamy, and perfect for summer. Grilled corn on the cob slathered with a tangy, creamy sauce, topped with cotija cheese, and a sprinkle of spices. A delicious and vibrant side dish for any summer gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Grilled Corn:
- 4 ears of corn on the cob (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for grilling)
Creamy Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (or Mexican crema)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Seasonings and Garnish:
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta as a sub)
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional garnish)
- Lime wedges (to serve)
Instructions
- Preheat and Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill corn brushed with butter, turning occasionally, until slightly charred and tender (8–10 minutes).
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Coat Corn: Remove corn from heat and slather each cob with the creamy sauce.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle generously with cotija cheese, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Garnish with cilantro and an extra lime squeeze.
- Serve: Serve warm with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
- You can roast the corn in the oven or air fryer as alternatives to grilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cob
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Mexican street corn, grilled corn, summer side dish, cotija cheese, creamy corn
Find it online: https://thefoodrecipe.com/mexican-street-corn-recipe/
