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Mexican Corn on the Cob

A vibrant dish of grilled corn on the cob topped with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lime, and cotija cheese, perfect for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Essential Ingredients
  • 4 ears Fresh Corn on the Cob Select vibrant green husks and plump kernels.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use good quality or homemade for extra richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Squeeze fresh limes for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Cotija Cheese Look for it in Latin markets or specialty stores.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chop finely and sprinkle generously.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools: fresh corn, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, and cilantro.
  2. Peel back the husks of the corn and remove the silk strands. Rinse each ear under cool water.
  3. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt, then drop in the corn cobs and simmer for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Alternatively, preheat your grill to medium-high heat and grill the corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  5. Mix together mayonnaise, crumbled cotija cheese, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl until creamy.
  6. Coat the cooked corn with the topping and garnish with chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for summer gatherings and can be served as a side, snack, or appetizer.

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