Description
A delicious and creamy take on traditional Mexican street corn, served in individual cups for the perfect mess-free snack or side dish.
Ingredients
4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Mexican crema or sour cream
1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder or Tajin
1 fresh lime, juiced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon butter or oil for sautéing
Instructions
Step 1: Heat the butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add the corn kernels to the skillet in an even layer and cook without stirring for 3 minutes to achieve a smoky char.
Step 3: Stir the corn and cook for another 2-3 minutes until most kernels are golden brown, then remove from heat.
Step 4: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, crema, lime juice, and chili powder together.
Step 5: Combine the warm corn with the sauce, half of the Cotija cheese, and cilantro in a large bowl.
Step 6: Spoon the corn mixture into individual cups and top with the remaining cheese and a dusting of chili powder.
Notes
Use a cast-iron skillet for the best results when charring the corn.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
