Mexican Street Corn
Experience an explosion of bold, zesty flavors with this authentic Mexican Street Corn recipe, a must-try twist on your classic summer side dish! Juicy, char-grilled corn on the cob is coated in a creamy blend of mayonnaise and sour cream, then topped with tangy cotija cheese, a sprinkle of smoky chili powder, and fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness. Finished with a squeeze of lime, this vibrant and easy-to-make street food favorite is perfect for backyard barbecues, family dinners, or whenever you're craving a savory treat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this showstopping dish is a delicious marriage of smoky, tangy, and spicy flavors that will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces corn on the cob, husks removed
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup grated cotija cheese
- 1 piece lime, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or approximately 400°F (200°C).
Brush each corn cob with the melted butter and sprinkle lightly with salt.
Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 12-15 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure the corn is evenly charred.
While the corn is grilling, prepare the topping mixture. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and 1/4 cup of the grated cotija cheese.
Once the corn is grilled to your desired charred level, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
Using a spoon or brush, spread the mayonnaise-sour cream mixture evenly over each corn cob.
Sprinkle the remaining grated cotija cheese generously over the coated corn.
Dust the corn with chili powder and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the corn.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.3 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1674 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 513 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
