Description
A collection of five delicious recipes for savory Mexican street corn on the cob, showcasing various flavors and toppings.
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob – 5 ears
- Mayonnaise – 1/2 cup
- Mexican crema – 1/4 cup
- Chili powder – 1 tablespoon
- Cotija cheese – 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Lime – 2, juiced
- Fresh cilantro – 1/4 cup, chopped
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – to taste
- Black pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Husk the corn and remove all silk.
- Grill the corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Mexican crema, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Once the corn is grilled, brush the mixture generously over each ear of corn.
- Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped cilantro on top.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder or hot sauce.
- Can substitute Cotija cheese with feta if unavailable.
- For a vegan option, use vegan mayonnaise and skip the cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg