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Creamy Mexican Corn in a Cup Recipe

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Creamy Mexican Corn in a Cup is a flavorful and easy-to-make street food-inspired side dish featuring tender corn kernels mixed with mayonnaise, melted butter, tangy cotija cheese, and zesty lime juice. Finished with a sprinkle of chili powder and hot sauce, this dish brings a vibrant taste of Mexico to your table in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 ears of corn, shucked
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted
  • 8 tablespoons cotija cheese, crumbled (or parmesan)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Chili Powder, for serving
  • Hot sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Boil the Corn: Place the shucked ears of corn in a large pot of boiling water. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the corn is tender but still juicy. Remove the corn from the boiling water and drain thoroughly.
  2. Cut Off Kernels: Allow the corn to cool slightly, then carefully cut the kernels off the cob with a sharp knife, collecting them into a large bowl.
  3. Mix the Corn Mixture: To the bowl of corn kernels, add mayonnaise (or sour cream), melted margarine (or butter), crumbled cotija cheese (or parmesan), and freshly squeezed lime juice. Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined and the corn is evenly coated.
  4. Serve and Garnish: Spoon the creamy corn mixture into individual cups or bowls. Sprinkle with chili powder and drizzle hot sauce on top according to your taste preferences for a spicy kick. Serve immediately while fresh and flavorful.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
  • Substitute cotija cheese with parmesan if unavailable, though cotija provides a more authentic flavor.
  • Mayonnaise adds creaminess, but sour cream can be used for a tangier variation.
  • This dish is best served fresh to maintain the creaminess and texture.
  • If fresh corn is not available, thawed frozen corn can be used as a convenient alternative.

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