Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 lime, quartered
- Hot sauce (such as Valentina or Tapatio), to taste
- Chili powder (such as Tajin or ancho chile), to taste
- Wooden sticks (for corn handles)
Instructions
- Boil the Corn: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Shuck the ears of corn by removing both the husks and silk. Place the corn in the boiling water, cover the pot, and cook for 5 minutes until the corn is tender.
- Insert Wooden Sticks: Once the corn is cool enough to handle but still warm, carefully insert a wooden stick into the core of each ear to serve as a convenient handle for eating.
- Apply Mayonnaise and Cheese: Brush each ear of corn evenly with about 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Next, generously sprinkle approximately 2 tablespoons of crumbled cotija cheese over the mayonnaise, allowing it to adhere well.
- Add Lime, Hot Sauce and Chili Powder: Squeeze a wedge of fresh lime over each corn, then drizzle with your preferred amount of hot sauce. Finally, dust the corn with chili powder to taste, adjusting the level of heat and spice to your preference.
- Serve and Enjoy: Repeat the seasoning steps for all ears of corn. Serve immediately while still warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Boiling for 5 minutes ensures the corn stays tender yet slightly crisp, preserving its natural sweetness.
- Using cotija cheese provides an authentic Mexican flavor and salty tang that complements the creamy mayonnaise.
- If you prefer a smoky flavor, you can grill the corn instead of boiling it.
- Adjust chili powder and hot sauce quantities according to your spice tolerance.
- Wooden sticks make it easier to eat and are optional if serving as cut corn off the cob.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
