Skillet Mexican Street Corn
Skillet Mexican Street Corn is a vibrant and creamy dish that brings the essence of summer barbecues right into your kitchen. Inspired by the beloved elote found on the streets of Mexico, this skillet version is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. With sweet corn coated in a luscious creamy sauce enriched with lime, spices, and topped with crumbled cotija cheese, this dish is perfect as a side for grilled meats or enjoyed on its own.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups frozen corn
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or green onions
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the unsalted butter. Add the frozen corn and sauté until heated through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the corn in the skillet and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle in cumin and chili powder; mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Stir in half of the cotija cheese until melted; reserve some for garnish.
- Serve warm, topped with remaining cotija cheese and chopped cilantro or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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