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Fiery Street Corn Fiesta

Find the best copycat recipe for Fiery Street Corn Fiesta, inspired by a famous festival dish with a creative twist.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 20 minutes - Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Milk, Wheat

Ingredients

  • 6 large ears of sweet corn, husked and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Crushed tortilla chips, for topping
  • Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or stovetop griddle to medium high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chipotle pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  3. Place the corn on the preheated grill or stovetop griddle. Grill for 5 7 minutes per side until charred and tender.
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  5. Spread a generous amount of the spicy mayo mixture onto each ear of corn, then sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of spicy mayo and tangy sour cream brings a balance of heat and coolness, while the crushed tortilla chips add a delightful crunch to every bite.

Notes

Be sure to grill the corn until it is charred and tender for optimal flavor.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish is inspired by the popular street corn, or "elote," found at festivals and food stalls across America.