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Creamy Mexican Street Corn in a Cup

Creamy Mexican Street Corn in a Cup for Quick Flavor Bliss

Enjoy Creamy Mexican Street Corn in a Cup, a quick and flavorful snack that captures the essence of street food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Mix
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels Fresh, canned, or thawed frozen corn works best.
  • 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise Swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter twist.
  • ½ cup Mexican Crema Sour cream is a substitute if needed.
  • 1 clove Garlic Optional; adjust quantity based on taste.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Omit or substitute with bell pepper for milder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed juice is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Modify to taste or replace with smoked paprika.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt recommended.
For the Garnish
  • ½ cup Cotija Cheese Feta cheese can be used as a substitute.
  • to taste tablespoon Cilantro Optional based on preference.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cups of corn kernels and sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
  3. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, ½ cup of Mexican crema, minced garlic, finely chopped jalapeño, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Once the corn is sautéed, remove from heat and cool slightly before folding into the creamy mixture.
  5. Spoon into cups or bowls and garnish with Cotija cheese, extra chili powder, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Grill corn for additional flavor and adjust spice levels to suit your taste. Prepare creamy mixture ahead of time for convenience.

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