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Mexican Street Corn in a Skillet

The best appetizer or side dish! Make this using either frozen or fresh corn and it will be delicious either way. Your guests will remember you for this incredibly delicious recipe!
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Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 cups Frozen corn or fresh
  • 1 tbsp jalapeno chopped (use 1/2 tbsp for less spicy)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese (or cojita cheese)
  • 2 tbsp mayo
  • 2 tbsp plain yogurt (6%)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • Ground pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet/pan and drizzle oil. Add corn, jalapeño and garlic and stir. Cook for 4-5 min.
  2. Add spices, lime juice, half of the feta cheese, mayo, yogurt and half of the cilantro. Stir and cook for another 2 min.
  3. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with the remaining feta cheese, and cilantro. Sprinkle a little more chili powder on top for a beautiful presentation.
  4. Enjoy as a side dish or dip with tortilla chips for an appetizer!