Description
A vibrant and flavorful take on traditional Mexican street corn, grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy blend and cotija cheese.
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn for about 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally until slightly charred.
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Once the corn is grilled, brush the creamy mixture generously all over the hot corn.
- Sprinkle cotija cheese over the corn and add additional chili powder if desired.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, soak the corn in water for 15–30 minutes before grilling. You can also add diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican