Mexican Street Corn and Shrimp
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this delightful Mexican Street Corn and Shrimp recipe. Juicy shrimp, sweet corn, and zesty seasonings come together to create a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. This easy-to-make recipe promises to impress your guests and transport your taste buds to lively street markets with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh sweet corn
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by rinsing corn and seasoning shrimp with salt and chili powder.
- Boil corn in a large pot of water for 5-7 minutes until tender; cool slightly then cut off kernels.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Mix mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl for the sauce.
- Combine corn kernels and sautéed shrimp in a large bowl; drizzle with the sauce and toss gently.
- Serve warm, topped with Cotija cheese and additional cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg