Best 7 Mexican Creamed Corn Recipes

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Mexican creamed corn, a delectable dish brimming with bold flavors and creamy texture, is a staple in Mexican cuisine. This article will embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this mouthwatering dish. We will explore the secrets behind achieving the perfect balance of sweet corn, tangy spices, and velvety creaminess, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice venturing into the world of Mexican flavors, this comprehensive guide will equip you with all the knowledge and techniques necessary to create an exemplary Mexican creamed corn dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

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MEXICAN STREET CORN ELOTE CREAMED CORN



Mexican Street Corn Elote Creamed Corn image

Mexican Street Corn Elote Creamed Corn is a simple homemade creamed corn recipe perfect for a Mexican, BBQ or Southern soul food meal. Corn is cooked with jalapeno, chili powder, lime, milk, and butter for a simple side dish. #creamedcorn #elote #mexicanstreetcorn

Provided by Kim

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound corn kernels ((approximately 4 cups))
2 jalapeno peppers
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup whole milk
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 Tablespoon cornstarch ((or 2 Tablespoons flour))
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 lime ((juice))
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (or pepperjack, or Monterey jack)
1/3 cup cotija cheese (for topping)

Steps:

  • Dice the jalapeno peppers. Remove the seeds and white ribs inside if desired for less heat.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn, diced jalapeno, heavy cream, milk, butter, sugar, cornstarch, chili powder, and salt.
  • Stir and bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the sauce thickens, approximately 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Add in the juice of the lime and mozzarella cheese and stir to melt the cheese. Season to taste with additional salt, chili powder, lime, or cheese as desired.
  • Top with the cotija cheese and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 291 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 743 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g

MEXICAN CREAMED CORN



Mexican Creamed Corn image

Jalapeno and cilantro make this south-of-the-border side perfect for backyard cookouts. Low-fat yogurt is a healthy way to add tang and creaminess.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 jalapeno, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
4 ears corn, kernels and pulp scraped
1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons crumbled feta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium and cook jalapeno and shallot, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add corn kernels and pulp and 1 cup water. Cook, stirring, until corn is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in yogurt, and season with salt and pepper. Top with feta and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 g, Cholesterol 8 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 174 g

MEXICAN-STYLE CREAMED CORN



Mexican-Style Creamed Corn image

A simple, tasty side dish for any Mexican entree. We like things a little spicier, so sometimes I add some salsa or minced jalapenos. ZWT Mid-West region (corn).

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package frozen whole kernel corn
1/4 cup sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
1 tablespoon skim milk
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup green chili pepper, diced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine corn, green pepper, red pepper, celery, and 1/2 cup water.
  • Cook about 5 minutes or until corn is tender. Drain.
  • Stir in cream cheese, chili peppers, milk, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and dash pepper.
  • Heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.8, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 8.5, Sodium 55.1, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 4.5

MEXICAN CORN



Mexican Corn image

This recipe was given to me by my aunt in Texas, where they like everything hot! Now, my family wants it for holidays, barbeques, or just by itself.

Provided by KBALDRIDGE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (15.25 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup butter
10 jalapeno peppers, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine corn, cream cheese, butter, jalapeno peppers and garlic salt. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until heated through, stirring constantly after cream cheese begins to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 61.4 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 491.4 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

MEXICAN CORN CASSEROLE



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This satisfying side dish resembles an old-fashioned spoon bread with zip. My family and friends agree this recipe really dresses up plain corn. It's a convenient dish to transport to a potluck. - Laura Kadlec, Maiden Rock, Wisconsin More Mexican Side Dishes

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large eggs
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1-1/2 cups cornmeal
1-1/4 cups buttermilk
1 cup butter, melted
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
2 medium onions, chopped
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Jalapeno pepper and sweet red pepper rings, optional

Steps:

  • Beat eggs in a large bowl; add the next eight ingredients and mix well. Stir in 2 cups cheese. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1 hour. Top with remaining cheese. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with peppers if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 570mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CROCK POT MEXICAN CREAMED CORN



Crock Pot Mexican Creamed Corn image

Make and share this Crock Pot Mexican Creamed Corn recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vicki in AZ

Categories     Corn

Time 2h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons flour
16 ounces frozen corn
2 green chilies, roasted, seeded & chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk all, except corn and chilies, together. Add corn and chilies, cover and cook 2-3 hours on low. Stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.9, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 28.7, Sodium 1294, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 9.8

SKILLET MEXICAN STREET CORN



Skillet Mexican Street Corn image

This fast to prepare side dish takes on the flavors of elote, a popular Mexican favorite!

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground coriander

Steps:

  • Heat a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Spread frozen corn evenly across the skillet; do not stir. Cook corn for approximately 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and coriander in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Check the corn; it should be slightly charred. If not, allow to continue cooking for 4 more minutes (stirring is fine at this point.)
  • Once corn is sufficiently browned/charred, transfer to the bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Add cotija cheese, red onion, and cilantro and mix until well combined. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 155.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • For the creamiest creamed corn, use fresh corn kernels. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before using.
  • To add a bit of smokiness to the creamed corn, roast the corn kernels in a hot oven before adding them to the sauce.
  • If you like your creamed corn a little spicy, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the sauce.
  • For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk in the sauce.
  • Serve creamed corn as a side dish with grilled or roasted meats, fish, or chicken. It can also be used as a topping for tacos, burritos, or nachos.

Conclusion:

Mexican creamed corn is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a topping. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it creamy, spicy, or smoky, there is a Mexican creamed corn recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Mexican creamed corn a try. You won't be disappointed!

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