Charred Mexican street corn: 2 easy methods
Learn two simple methods to achieve a delicious charred flavor on your Mexican street corn, perfect for your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 15-20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked and cleaned
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare your corn: Brush each ear of corn with olive oil and season with salt.
- Method 1: Direct Flame. Place corn directly over a medium-high grill or gas burner flame. Turn frequently until kernels are charred and tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Method 2: Broiler. Preheat your broiler. Place corn on a baking sheet and position it about 6 inches from the broiler element. Broil, turning every few minutes, until charred and tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Once charred, remove corn from heat.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For an extra smoky flavor, you can soak wood chips and add them to your grill.
- Adjust charring time based on your preference for smokiness and tenderness.
- Feel free to experiment with different toppings like cilantro, sour cream, or a spicy aioli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A
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