Creamy Mexican Street Corn Recipe with Zesty Lime Twist
A flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring smoky grilled corn, creamy sauce, and a zesty lime kick. Perfect for BBQs, family dinners, or weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, fresh and husked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the corn with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Place the corn on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are charred and tender.
- While the corn is grilling, prepare the creamy sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
- Using a basting brush, generously coat each ear of corn with the creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the saucy corn, followed by a handful of chopped cilantro and a dash of extra chili powder for color.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of brightness.
Notes
[‘If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of water or lime juice to thin it out slightly.’, ‘If your corn isn’t as sweet as you’d like, sprinkle a pinch of sugar on top before grilling.’, ‘For a dairy-free option, skip the cheese and sour cream—add extra lime juice and chili powder for flavor.’, ‘Adjust the spice level to suit your taste by adding more or less chili powder and paprika.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Mexican street corn, elote, grilled corn, creamy corn, lime, BBQ side dish