Creamy Mexican Street Corn Cups
Detail
Creamy Mexican Street Corn Cups are a delicious, easy-to-serve version of Mexican elote (street corn). Sweet corn is mixed with a creamy, tangy sauce, then finished with cheese, lime, and chili for a flavorful side dish or snack.
Ingredients
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4 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen
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2 tablespoons butter
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
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½ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 lime, juiced
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½ teaspoon chili powder
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Method
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Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the corn and cook for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
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Reduce the heat and stir in the garlic.
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In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Add the creamy mixture to the warm corn and stir until evenly coated.
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Spoon the corn into small serving cups.
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Top with crumbled cotija or feta and chopped cilantro.
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Finish with an extra squeeze of lime and a light sprinkle of chili powder.
Serving
Serve warm or at room temperature. Add diced jalapeño for heat or extra cheese for a richer version.
