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Mexican Street Corn Recipe
Mexican Street Corn Recipe creates authentic preparation by flavoring hot corn on the cobs with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro for traditional street food experiences that capture genuine Mexican flavors. This street food recipe demonstrates how authentic preparation methods create distinctive results while the traditional ingredients ensure genuine taste. The hot corn base provides perfect foundation while authentic toppings create complex flavor profiles.
This Mexican street corn recipe is made by flavoring hot corn on the cobs with crumbled cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, chili powder, and lime juice. This easy recipe roasts the corn in its husks instead of grilling it.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 ears of corn
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Ingredients
6 ears corn, unhusked
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 limes, juiced
2 teaspoons chili powder
Directions
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Roast corn, in husks, directly on the oven rack in the preheated oven until tender and cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes.
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Peel down husks and rub each ear of corn with 1 tablespoon butter.
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Sprinkle each with cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder.
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Recipe Tips
Dried cilantro can be used instead of fresh and cilantro juice in place of lime juice.
You can use a Mexican-style blend, Parmesan, or Greek feta cheese instead of cotija.
You can shave the roasted corn from the cobs, mix it with the remaining ingredients, and serve it as a dish.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 210 | Calories |
| 14g | Fat |
| 20g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 210 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 9g | 43% |
| Cholesterol 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium 88mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 5g | 9% |
| Vitamin C 14mg | 15% |
| Calcium 54mg | 4% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 301mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
