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Mexican Corn in a Cup

Mexican Corn in a Cup: A Flavorful Twist You’ll Love

Mexican Corn in a Cup brings the vibrant taste of Mexico in a portable snack that's quick and customizable.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Base
  • 4 cups Sweet Corn fresh, frozen, or canned works beautifully
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or vegan mayonnaise for a vegan option
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh lime juice is always best
  • 1 teaspoon Tajín or Chili Powder adjust according to your heat preference
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro can be substituted with parsley
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese skip for a vegan twist or use non-dairy cheese
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Hot Cheetos optional, for spice lovers

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Serving Cups

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by boiling water in a large pot. If using fresh corn, add the husked cobs to the boiling water and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender. For canned corn, simply drain and rinse it. If you're opting for frozen corn, follow the package instructions for cooking. Once cooked, drain and let the corn cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the warm corn and drizzle with melted butter, stirring gently to ensure each kernel is coated.
  3. Grab your serving cups and spoon about ¾ cup of the buttery corn mixture into each one. Add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise per cup and blend everything together until nicely creamy.
  4. Finely chop some fresh cilantro and sprinkle it on top of the corn. Squeeze the juice of a lime and scatter Tajín or chili powder over the mixture according to your spice preference.
  5. Top each cup with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and add a layer of crushed Hot Cheetos on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy warm and best served immediately. Can be customized with various toppings according to preference.

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