Mexican Corn on the Cob
Experience mouthwatering Mexican Corn on the Cob topped with butter, chili powder, cheese & lime juice—perfect for any occasion! Try it today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 6 ears corn (unhusked)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese (or feta/queso fresco)
- 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves
- Juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place unhusked ears of corn directly on the oven rack and roast for 40-45 minutes until tender.
- Carefully remove the corn from the oven and peel back the husks.
- Generously rub each ear of corn with melted butter while still warm.
- Sprinkle chili powder over each ear, followed by cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the corn before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Find it online: https://kitchenmealplan.com/mexican-corn-on-the-cob/