Description
Mexican street corn casserole is a delightful dish that brings the lively flavors of street food right to your table. This comforting casserole features sweet corn, creamy goodness, and zesty spices, making it the perfect addition to any gathering or cozy dinner at home. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, every bite feels like a celebration. Whip up this easy recipe in no time and impress your family or guests with this festive dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn (or 1 can, drained)
- 1 cup crema mexicana (or sour cream + 1 tbsp lime juice)
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté corn and green onions for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in crema mexicana, lime juice, and chili powder; mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in cotija cheese.
- Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Garnish with extra cotija cheese and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added heat, include diced jalapeños. Substitute black beans for extra protein. Use fresh corn when available for the best flavor.