Mexican Street Corn
A delightful combination of grilled corn, creamy sauce, and cotija cheese that brings the flavors of Mexico to your table.
- 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
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your grill and place the husked corn on the grates. Grill for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is charred and cooked through, developing that glorious smoky flavor.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well blended and creamy.
- Once the corn is grilled to perfection, carefully remove it from the grill using tongs. Let it cool for just a moment before handling.
- Generously brush the creamy mixture over the warm corn, ensuring every bit is coated in that zesty flavor.
- Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese over the sauced corn and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for that vibrant touch. Serve with lime wedges for an added zest!
Notes
Pairs wonderfully with grilled meats and is perfect for summer gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Find it online: https://www.nailzspa.com/mexican-street-corn/