Easy Mexican Street Corn Recipe
A delightful Mexican street corn recipe featuring sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy toppings for a flavor-packed treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 corn on the cob
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove of garlic, crushed
- Zest of one lime
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese
- Lime wedges to serve
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: Boil or grill the corn on the cob until it’s cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
- Mix the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, crushed garlic, lime zest, chili powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Coat the corn: Once cooked, remove the corn from the heat and spread the creamy sauce mixture generously over each ear of corn.
- Add the toppings: Sprinkle chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese over the sauced corn.
- Serve it up: Serve the corn with fresh lime wedges on the side for a zesty kick!
Notes
For a smoky flavor, consider grilling the corn. Adjust the spice levels to your preference, and explore variations with different toppings.
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