Spicy Mexican Street Corn Bites for Family Comfort
Grilled, saucy corn bites with smoky-creamy heat, perfect for quick weeknights. Sweet kernels, bold spices, and lime balance for family-friendly flavor without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 4 ears corn
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 ears fresh corn
¼ cup vegan mayo or regular mayo
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp hot sauce
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp salt
Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven or grill to 400°F (200°C)
Cut corn kernels into 2-3 bite-sized pieces per ear
Grill or roast 12-15 minutes until charred
Whisk together mayo, lime juice, hot sauce, nutritional yeast, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt
Spoon sauce over corn; spritz with lime and garnish with cilantro
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup
Leftover dressed corn freezes well
Substitute mayo with mashed avocado for a creamy vegan/vegetarian version
Double sauce for heartier flavor
Try air fryer: 350°F (180°C) for 8-10 minutes