Mexican Street Corn In Foil In Oven
If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that screams summer, look no further than Mexican street corn in foil in the oven. This classic Mexican dish is a popular street food that features juicy ears of corn on the cob seasoned with traditional Mexican spices, grilled to perfection, then topped with tangy lime, cilantro, and crumbled cheese.
Ingredients:
For this recipe, you'll need:
- 4 ears of corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons of butter
- 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- A handful of chopped cilantro
- Crumbled cotija cheese (feta cheese works too)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions:
Follow these steps to make delicious Mexican street corn in foil in the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Clean and shuck the corn on the cob, removing the outer layers and silk.
- Tear off four large pieces of aluminum foil, enough to wrap each ear of corn.
- Place each ear of corn in the center of a piece of aluminum foil.
- Mix the butter, mayonnaise, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl until well combined.
- Spread the butter mixture over each ear of corn, making sure to evenly coat all sides.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over each ear of corn.
- Wrap the corn tightly in the aluminum foil, ensuring that the foil has sealed well so none of the butter mixture escapes.
- Place the foil-wrapped corn on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the corn is cooked through and tender.
- Carefully unwrap the corn from the foil and place each ear on a plate.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over each ear of corn and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Tips:
Here are some tips to make the perfect Mexican street corn in foil in the oven:
- If you're using large ears of corn, you may want to cut them in half before wrapping them in the foil to ensure they cook evenly.
- This recipe calls for cotija cheese, which is a salty Mexican cheese that crumbles easily. If you can't find cotija cheese, feta cheese makes a great substitute.
- Serve the corn with lime wedges on the side so that your guests can squeeze fresh lime juice over the corn for an extra burst of flavor.
Now that you know how to make Mexican street corn in foil in the oven, you can enjoy this delicious and classic Mexican dish any time of the year. With its smoky and savory flavors, juicy corn on the cob, and tangy lime juice, this recipe is sure to impress your friends and family at your next summer gathering.
