Description

Homemade Mexican Street Corn is a classic and flavorful side dish that’s popular for its delicious mix of grilled corn, creamy mayo, tangy lime, and savory cheese. This recipe is a must-try for your next barbecue or gathering!

Ingredients

Corn:

4 ears of corn (husks removed)

Mayo Mixture:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Toppings:

1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grill the Corn: Brush the corn with oil and grill for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
Prepare the Mayo Mixture: In a bowl, mix mayo, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
Coat the Corn: Brush the grilled corn with the mayo mixture.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle cotija cheese and cilantro over the corn.
Serve: Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
Cut the corn off the cob for esquites, a spoonable version of street corn.