Appetizers & Snacks, Side Dishes
Mexican Street Corn
Recipe by Ninja Test Kitchen
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Enjoy this delicious dish in the summertime! Mexican street corn is sweet, salty and spicy! The best to enjoy as a side for your next taco night.
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Contains Milk/Dairy
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This dish contains the following allergens: Milk/Dairy
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- 6 ears of corn, husks removed
- 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- Kosher salt, as desired
- Ground black pepper, as desired
- 1 1/4 cups cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 limes, juiced
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped, for serving
Utensils
- Silicone-Tipped Tongs
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Step 1
Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MAX, and set time to 12 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating
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Step 2
While unit is preheating, rub each ear of corn with 1 /2 tablespoon canola oil, then season with salt and pepper as desired.
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Step 3
When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place corn on grill grate. Close hood and grill for 6 minutes.
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Step 4
After 6 minutes, flip corn, then close hood and continue cooking for 6 more minutes.
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Step 5
Meanwhile, mix all remaining ingredients in a bowl.
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Step 6
When cooking is complete, remove corn and cover each ear liberally with mayonnaise mixture. Garnish with cilantro, if desired, and serve.
