Mexican Street Cron
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food with this mouthwatering Mexican Street Cron. Grilled corn on the cob is generously slathered in a creamy, spiced sauce, topped with fresh cilantro and zesty lime. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Shuck the corn, removing all husks and silk strands.
- Boil the corn in salted water for about 10 minutes until tender, or grill over medium heat until charred.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, chili powder, lime juice, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until creamy.
- Allow the cooked corn to cool slightly, then coat each cob generously with the sauce.
- Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese over each coated cob and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Transfer to serving plates and drizzle with additional lime juice if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize toppings by adding avocado or spicy salsa. For a vegan option, substitute mayonnaise with a plant-based alternative.