Skillet Mexican Street Corn

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This fast to prepare side dish takes on the flavors of elote, a popular Mexican favorite!

Submitted by thedailygourmet
Updated on September 8, 2023
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn

  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese

  • ¼ cup minced red onion

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro

Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons sour cream

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika

  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 pinch ground coriander

Directions

  1. Heat a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Spread frozen corn evenly across the skillet; do not stir. Cook corn for approximately 8 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and coriander in a large bowl. Set aside.

  3. Check the corn; it should be slightly charred. If not, allow to continue cooking for 4 more minutes (stirring is fine at this point.)

  4. Once corn is sufficiently browned/charred, transfer to the bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Add cotija cheese, red onion, and cilantro and mix until well combined. Serve immediately.

Cook’s Note

If you cannot find cotija cheese, queso fresco can be used, but it will have a milder taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

193 Calories
10g Fat
25g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 193
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 156mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 5g 9%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 42mg 3%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 265mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.