Name: Creamy Mexican Street Corn Cup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: Corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or thawed frozen); Butter, 3 tablespoons; Mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons; Mexican crema or sour cream, 1/2 cup; Cotija cheese, crumbled; Garlic, minced (optional); Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional); Lime juice, freshly squeezed; Chili powder, 1 teaspoon; Salt, to taste; Fresh cilantro, chopped

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Cup

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Creamy corn with Cotija, lime, and spices served in a cup a flavorful, zesty Mexican street food delight.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or thawed frozen) Butter, 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons Mexican crema or sour cream, 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled Garlic, minced (optional) Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional) Lime juice, freshly squeezed Chili powder, 1 teaspoon Salt, to taste Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 2: Add corn and sauté 5–7 minutes until lightly charred.
Step 3: Mix mayo, crema, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, chili powder, and salt in a bowl.
Step 4: Add warm corn and toss to coat evenly.
Step 5: Scoop into serving cups, top with Cotija and cilantro.
Step 6: Serve warm with lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust spice level by modifying jalapeño and chili powder. Grill corn before sautéing for smoky flavor. Use fresh lime juice for the best brightness.

Nutrition

Calories: 280
Fat: 20g
Saturated fat: 8g
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 260mg
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g