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Delicious Mexican street corn recipe with toppings ready to serve.

Mexican Street Corn Made Simple

A delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of summer street fairs to your table, perfect as a side or topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups corn kernels Can use fresh, canned, or frozen corn.
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise For a vegan version, substitute with vegan mayo.
  • ¼ cup sour cream For a vegan version, substitute with vegan sour cream.
  • ½ cup cotija cheese Feta cheese can be used as a substitute.
Flavorings
  • 1 large lime, juiced Fresh lime juice enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp chili powder Adjust quantity for heat preference.
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika Adds a smoky flavor.
  • ¼ tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro Can be replaced with parsley if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare corn and ensure it’s dry.
  2. Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, and salt in a bowl.
Combination
  1. Combine corn and dressing mixture in a bowl.
  2. Add cheese and cilantro; mix gently.
  3. Garnish with additional lime and chili powder.

Notes

Can be served warm or chilled. For extra flavor, consider grilling the corn before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.