Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this irresistible Mexican street corn recipe! Grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy, zesty sauce, chili powder, and crumbled cotija cheese, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste. Perfect for barbecues or cozy dinners, this dish brings friends and family together over good food and laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Husk the corn and remove all silks. Rinse under cool water.
- Preheat grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Grill corn, turning occasionally until charred (10-15 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Remove grilled corn using tongs. Brush each ear with the topping mix while warm.
- Sprinkle cotija cheese over the corn immediately. Top with additional chili powder if desired. Finish with cilantro and extra lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (125g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg