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Mexican Corn Ribs

Mexican Corn Ribs


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  • Author: Elina
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 corn riblets
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Grilled Mexican Corn Ribs are a fun, flavorful twist on traditional Elote, made by slicing corn into riblet shapes, seasoning with smoky spices, grilling to perfection, and topping with a creamy sauce, cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro.


Ingredients

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  • 3 ears fresh corn
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh jalapeño, minced
  • Juice from 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, diced
  • Olive oil or spray oil (as needed)


Instructions

  1. Remove husks and silk from the corn. Trim the ends of the corn to create flat bases.
  2. Stand corn upright and carefully cut each cob in half lengthwise, then into quarters or eighths.
  3. Mix paprika, cumin, chili powder, and salt in a small bowl.
  4. Spray or brush corn riblets with oil and season with spice blend evenly.
  5. Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill corn ribs cut-side down for 8 minutes, then flip and grill for another 6–8 minutes until slightly curled and charred.
  6. While grilling, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and minced jalapeño in a bowl.
  7. Remove corn from grill, brush with cream sauce, sprinkle with cotija cheese, and garnish with cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Use a sharp knife to cut through the corn safely.
  • Frozen corn can be used if thawed and patted dry.
  • Unseasoned feta cheese is a good substitute for cotija.
  • For a spicier kick, add more chili powder or chipotle seasoning.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 corn riblet
  • Calories: 28
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 4mg