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Mexican Street Corn Cups

Delicious Mexican Street Corn Cups for Summer Gatherings

These Mexican Street Corn Cups offer a vibrant and zesty flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Cups
  • 4 ears Fresh Corn on the Cob Use for optimal sweetness and texture.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess; Greek yogurt can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Enhances the creamy consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh juice brightens flavors; lemon juice can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to match your preferred spice level.
  • 1 cup Queso Fresco Provides a salty, crumbly topping.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Optional; omit if not preferred.
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Extra Queso Fresco Sprinkle on top for additional flavor.
  • 1 cut Lime Wedges Serve alongside for drizzling.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Sprinkle to enhance appeal and taste.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by shucking 4 ears of fresh corn and removing any silk strands. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (204°C).
  2. Place the prepared corn directly on your preheated grill. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, ½ cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Once grilled, allow the corn to cool, then cut the kernels off the cobs and transfer to the mixing bowl with the creamy mixture.
  5. Add 1 cup of crumbled queso fresco and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro, if desired, to the bowl. Gently fold until well combined.
  6. Spoon your mixture into small cups. Garnish each with additional crumbled queso fresco, a sprinkle of chili powder, and a spritz of fresh lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, serve the cups immediately after preparation. Customize toppings to your liking.

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