Mouthwatering Mexican Street Corn
This vibrant and flavorful dish of Mexican street corn combines smoky grilled corn with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lime, and crumbly cheese, making it an easy and delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
- Lime wedges for serving
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn on the cob, turning occasionally until charred and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
- Mix mayonnaise with chili powder and salt in a bowl.
- Brush the grilled corn generously with the mayonnaise mixture.
- Sprinkle crumbled cheese over the corn.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the corn.
Notes
Add extra lime for a burst of flavor and top with fresh herbs for an enhanced taste.