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mexican style street corn

Recipe by
Dave Jimenez
Milwaukee, WI

In most Chicano communities we are visited by eloteros, (corn vendors) that serve this dish either on the cob or in a dish. However, the eloteros stop traveling once the weather is too cold. So for those of us in cold weather climates; this is a simple and quick snack to sate our winter cravings.

yield 4 serving(s)
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For mexican style street corn

  • 1 can
    whole kernel corn
  • 1/4 stick
    butter
  • 1 Tbsp
    mayonnaise
  • 1/2 c
    grated cotija cheese, can be substituted with parmesan
  • 1 or 2 tsp
    cayenne pepper

How To Make mexican style street corn

  • 1
    Open can of corn and empty all water.
  • 2
    Add butter, and prepare corn either on stove top or microwave.
  • 3
    Once you reach desired temperature remove corn from heat and place in serving bowl. Add mayonnaise, and cheese. Mix well.
  • 4
    Sprinkle cayenne as liberally as you can handle and serve.
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