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chilis street corn recipe

Chili's Street Corn Recipe

To make Chili's street corn at home, you'll need fresh corn, olive oil, salt, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cotija cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and lime juice.
The recipe involves roasting the corn until it's charred and tender, then coating it with a zesty mixture of the sauce ingredients.
The dish is finished with more cotija cheese, chili powder, and fresh cilantro to enhance its taste and appearance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4
Ingredients
  
  • 4-6 ears of Fresh Corn husks and silk removed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
 
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet. Line it with aluminum foil.
  • Place the ears of corn on the prepared baking sheet.
    Drizzle them with olive oil, ensuring each corn cob is coated evenly. Sprinkle with Kosher salt to season.
  • Roast the corn in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the corn is charred on the outside and tender on the inside.
    Once roasted, remove the corn from the oven and allow it to cool slightly while you prepare the sauce.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, hot sauce (if using), chili powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
    Mix well until you have a smooth and creamy mayonnaise mixture.
  • Spread the mayonnaise mixture generously over each roasted ear of corn, making sure to coat all sides.
  • Next, sprinkle the coated corn cobs with the crumbled cotija cheese or feta cheese and the chopped fresh cilantro.
    If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can press the cheese and cilantro onto the corn to help them adhere.
  • Finally, serve the Chili's Street Corn warm, with lime wedges on the side for an extra tangy lime finish.
    Your taste buds will be delighted by this flavorful side dish inspired by Mexican street food.
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