Description
Discover the secret behind the iconic red powder sprinkled on Mexican street corn. Learn about its ingredients, flavors, and how to recreate it at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 fresh corn on the cob
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or crema Mexicana
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 2–3 teaspoons red chili powder (Tajín or homemade blend)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Husk the corn and grill it over medium heat until lightly charred, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- While the corn is still hot, brush it generously with softened butter and mayonnaise.
- Sprinkle the red chili powder evenly over the corn. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
- Top the corn with crumbled Cotija cheese for a savory, creamy finish.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side and squeeze fresh lime juice over the corn before eating for an extra tangy kick.
Notes
- For a milder option, use Tajín or mix chili powder with lime zest and salt.
- This recipe works perfectly for a barbecue or a summer snack.
- You can boil the corn if you don’t have a grill, but grilling adds a smoky flavor that makes it special.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 corn cob
- Calories: 180g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
Keywords: Mexican street corn, elote, chili powder corn, grilled corn recipe, Tajín corn