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mexican street corn in a white bowl garnished with cilantro and chili powder

Mexican Street Corn Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes

Equipment

  • Large cast iron skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups corn 1–2 cans, or substitute fresh corn or frozen corn
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • Juice from 1/2 lime about 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1-2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • In a large cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the corn and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Heat through without browning.
  • Remove from heat and transfer corn and melted butter to a large mixing bowl.
  • Stir in mayonnaise, heavy cream, lime juice, and chili powder until evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle with cotija cheese and garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.
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