Grilled Mexican Street Corn in 22 Minutes

This grilled Mexican street corn turns a focused set of ingredients into 4 ears with a clear, practical method. The recipe takes about 22 minutes from start to finish, keeping the important textures and flavors easy to recognize. Follow the measured ingredients and ordered steps below for a dependable result that fits naturally into a home-cooked meal.

What Is Grilled Mexican Street Corn?

Charred corn is brushed with lime crema and finished with Cotija, chili powder, and cilantro.

Why This Recipe Works

The ingredient proportions support the intended texture, while the ordered method keeps preparation straightforward and repeatable.

How to Make grilled Mexican street corn

Prepare the ingredients as listed, follow each step in order, and use the stated time and temperature cues.

Ingredients

• 4 ears fresh corn, shucked
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, finely crumbled
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

• Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
• Grill the corn for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes, until tender and charred in spots.
• Stir the mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice together until smooth.
• Brush the warm grilled corn evenly with the mayonnaise mixture.
• Sprinkle with Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, and chopped cilantro, then serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the finished recipe promptly in portions that match the stated yield.

Helpful Tips

• Measure the ingredients before beginning.
• Keep the preparation order unchanged.
• Use the visual doneness cues together with the stated timing.

Optional Variation

For a different presentation, divide the same finished recipe into smaller portions without changing the primary ingredients or method.

Storage and Reheating

Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate them in a covered container, and reheat only until safely hot while preserving the intended texture.

How Long Does Grilled Mexican Street Corn Take?

The complete recipe takes about 22 minutes.

What Is the Best Way to Serve It?

Serve it fresh, using the stated yield as a portion guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the ingredients be measured ahead?

Yes. Measure and prepare them as listed before starting the method.

Should the steps be reordered?

No. The blueprint order is designed to produce the intended result.

How can you tell it is ready?

Use the exact timing, temperature, and visual cues stated in the instructions.

Final Result

The finished grilled Mexican street corn should match the recipe’s stated texture, serving format, and yield.

Grilled Mexican Street Corn in 22 Minutes

Charred corn is brushed with lime crema and finished with Cotija, chili powder, and cilantro.

Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

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Ingredients

  

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Ingredients

• 4 ears fresh corn shucked
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup Cotija cheese finely crumbled
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

 

Instructions

• Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
• Grill the corn for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes, until tender and charred in spots.
• Stir the mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice together until smooth.
• Brush the warm grilled corn evenly with the mayonnaise mixture.
• Sprinkle with Cotija cheese, chili powder, salt, and chopped cilantro, then serve immediately.