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Mexican Street Corn Cups
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Make amazing Mexican Street Corn Cups, perfect for your next party snack. This recipe brings the smoky, creamy, and tangy flavors of elote right to your fingertips in an easy-to-eat cup format. You will love how simple this is to prepare and serve.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 small serving cups (or small bowls)

Instructions

  1. If using frozen or canned corn, pat it very dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream (or crema), cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well until smooth.
  4. Add the slightly cooled cooked corn to the dressing mixture. Stir gently to coat all the kernels evenly.
  5. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your taste.
  6. Spoon the Mexican street corn mixture evenly into the 12 serving cups.
  7. Top each cup with an extra sprinkle of cotija cheese and a pinch of chili powder or cilantro garnish.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor, lightly grill the corn before mixing it in.
  • If you cannot find cotija cheese, feta cheese is a good substitute.
  • Adjust the lime juice to get the tanginess just right for your preference.
  • You can substitute mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

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