Best 2 Mexican Sweet Corn Side Dish Recipes

Mexican sweet corn side dish is a delightful and traditional dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Originating from Mexico, this dish showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh corn, combined with a medley of spices and ingredients that create a symphony of sweet and savory notes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a dish to impress your guests, this Mexican sweet corn side dish is sure to become a favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SKILLET MEXICAN STREET CORN

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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

Ingredients

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

MEXICAN SWEET CORN CAKE

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I love Mexican Food! This is a tasty little side dish served at restaurants such as Chi Chi's, El Torito, and Chevy's Fresh Mex. This is more like a corn pudding, but I have known others to fry the dough into a pancake. Masa Harina, one of the ingredients, means corn flour. I have found it at major grocery chains or you can find it at a store that specializes in Hispanic foods. I could eat this for breakfast, lunch , and dinner.

Provided by Dawn399

Categories Corn

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons shortening
1/2 cup masa harina
5 tablespoons cold water (may add more to reach consistency of cookie dough)
10 ounces frozen corn kernels
3 tablespoons cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Whip butter and shortening in a mixing bowl and beat until creamy.
Add Masa harina slowly and mix thoroughly.
Add water until cookie dough consistency and mix.
Blend in corn kernels.
Mix cornmeal, sugar, whipping cream, baking powder, and salt separately in a large bowl.
Add masa harina mixture and mix until blended.
Grease an 8x10 square pan and pour mixture into pan.
Cover pan with foil and bake.
Bake 40-50 minutes at 350 until it is consistency of custard.
Allow to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
May serve with an ice cream scoop or cut into squares.
You may use a food processor and add ingredients as specified above.

Tips:

Use fresh corn on the cob whenever possible. Fresh corn has a sweeter, more flavorful taste than canned or frozen corn.
If you don't have fresh corn on the cob, you can use canned or frozen corn. Just be sure to drain the corn well before using it.
You can add other vegetables to this recipe, such as chopped bell peppers, onions, or zucchini. Just be sure to cook the vegetables until they are tender-crisp.
Serve this dish as a side dish with your favorite Mexican main course, such as tacos, enchiladas, or burritos. You can also enjoy it as a snack or appetizer.

Conclusion:

This Mexican Sweet Corn Side Dish is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up fresh corn on the cob, and it is also a healthy and flavorful side dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!