Mexican STREET CORN | In-A-Bowl | DIY for Beginners

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides a creamy texture with fewer calories.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta cheese is lower in fat and can be more accessible.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor with health benefits.

Remove husks and silks from corn on the cob using a paper towel.

Place corn in a baking dish for easy transport to the grill.

Preheat grill to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Grill corn for 8 to 12 minutes, rotating every 2 minutes for even charring.

Once charred to preference, remove corn from grill and set aside.

In a medium-sized bowl, combine queso frisco cheese, finely chopped onions, and cilantro (reserve some for garnish).

Zest the lime into the bowl and then juice it, adding about 1 tablespoon of lime juice.

Mix all ingredients together well.

Cut the corn off the cob using a serrated knife.

Add the corn to the bowl with the other ingredients and toss to combine.

Let sit for about 15 minutes for flavors to meld before serving.

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