Description
Mexican Street Corn Must Try is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Mexican street food with its blend of sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for barbecues, parties, or family dinners, this creamy corn recipe features a delightful combination of zesty lime and rich toppings. The easy-to-follow instructions make it accessible for cooks of all skill levels, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this crowd-pleaser. With fresh ingredients like cilantro and lime, each bite is bursting with flavor, making it a must-try dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Chili powder, to taste
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Boil 240 ml of water in a saucepan. Stir in the sugar until dissolved.
- Add the frozen corn to the boiling water and cover. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sriracha sauce, and salt to create the sauce.
- Drain the corn and return it to the pan; allow it to cool slightly before mixing with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve in cups topped with cheese, cilantro, chili powder, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg