Description
Jalapeño popper Mexican street corn blends spicy and creamy flavors in a delightful fusion. Mexican street corn lovers will adore this zesty, cheese-covered side dish that brings southwestern charm to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears corn, husked
- ½ cup (4 fl oz/120 ml) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (2 oz/56 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup (1 oz/28 g) cotija cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ⅓ cup (2.6 fl oz/80 ml) mayonnaise
- 2 jalapenos, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Grill Preparation: Heat grill to medium-high, creating an evenly distributed cooking surface for optimal corn roasting.
- Corn Coating: Thoroughly brush corn ears with olive oil, ensuring complete and uniform coverage for enhanced grilling performance.
- Grilling Process: Position corn on grill, rotating systematically to develop a perfectly charred exterior with appealing caramelized markings.
- Cheese Mixture Creation: Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar, cotija, jalapenos, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, whisking until achieving a smooth, harmonious blend.
- Corn Finishing: Remove corn from grill once achieving a golden-brown complexion and desired tenderness.
- Flavor Layering: Generously apply jalapeno cheese spread across warm corn, creating a rich and creamy coating that envelops the entire surface.
- Savory Embellishment: Sprinkle crispy bacon fragments over the cheese-coated corn, then dust with additional cotija cheese for enhanced texture and tangy depth.
- Final Flourish: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve immediately alongside lime wedges, inviting guests to customize their culinary experience with a citrusy accent.
Notes
- Grill Temperature Precision: Maintain medium-high heat to prevent burning while achieving perfect caramelization and smoky flavor.
- Cheese Mixture Consistency: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to create a smooth, well-integrated spread that clings evenly to the corn.
- Corn Rotation Technique: Rotate ears frequently during grilling to ensure uniform charring and prevent uneven cooking or burning.
- Spice Level Control: Adjust jalapeno quantity based on heat tolerance, removing seeds for milder flavor or adding more for extra kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg