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"This deliciously cheesy Mexican street corn recipe is perfectly spiced. It’s the perfect side for your Mexican meals and my version of a famous restaurants side dish!"
Sometimes street corn is served as an entire cob on a skewer and called “elote”, but this recipe is for Mexican corn off the cob. I personally think it’s easier to prepare that way!
Mexican Street Corn
Servings – 8 Prep Time – 10 Minutes Cook Time – 15 Minutes
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
2 16-ounce bags frozen corn
¼ cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons cotija cheese, you can also use feta if you don't have access to Mexican cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup minced red onion
1 jalapeño, diced and seeds removed; optional if you like spicey heat in your life!
Sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Directions:
Heat a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Spread frozen corn evenly across the skillet; do not stir. Cook corn for approximately 8 minutes.
Check the corn; it should be slightly charred. If not, allow to continue cooking for 4 more minutes (stirring is fine at this point.)
Add in minced onion. Stir t0 combine.
Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
Once corn is sufficiently browned/charred, and onion is slightly translucent; transfer to the bowl with dressing and toss to coat.
Add cotija cheese, and cilantro and mix until well combined.
Serve immediately.
Nutrition:
Calories: 291 | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 94mg | Potassium: 488mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 12.6mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1.1mg
"Pretty damn tasty. Really easy side dish to have for whatever protein you are making.!"
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