SAEDNEWS: A Delicious Mexican Corn Recipe with Mushrooms and Savory Sauce
Mexican corn is one of the tasty and popular snacks enjoyed around the world. As its name suggests, this delicious snack originates from Mexico. However, the version commonly found in Iran is quite different from traditional Mexican corn. This snack can be prepared in various ways, most of which depend on personal taste. Read on to learn how to make homemade, delicious Mexican corn. Since it is served hot, it is especially popular in the fall and winter.
Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
Corn | 500 g |
Salt, black pepper, and red pepper | As needed |
Mushrooms | 250 g |
Mozzarella or pizza cheese | 100 g |
Mayonnaise | 3 tbsp |
Butter | 2 tbsp |
Vegetable oil | 1 tbsp |
Thyme | 1 tsp |
Lemon juice or fresh lemon | 1 tbsp |
Step 1:
Start by washing the mushrooms and slicing them into medium rings. In a suitable pot, bring some water to a boil and add the lemon juice. Then add the sliced mushrooms to the boiling water.
Step 2:
Allow the mushrooms to boil briefly, just until cooked, then quickly drain them and rinse under cold water.
Step 3:
In another suitable pot, combine the butter and vegetable oil and place over low heat until the butter melts.
Step 4:
Add the corn to the melted butter and sauté over high heat. This will allow the corn to absorb the butter’s flavor and soften slightly.
Step 5:
Add the drained mushrooms to the sautéed corn and mix them together.
Step 6:
Add the spices—salt, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper—to the corn and mushrooms. Sauté briefly so the flavors fully combine.
Step 7:
Thin the mayonnaise with a whisk and add it to the mixture, stirring well.
Step 8:
Finally, gradually add the cheese to the corn. The amount depends on your preference. Some people lightly sauté the cheese with a little oil before adding it so it melts perfectly into the mixture.
You can add sausage if you like—it’s optional.
Mushrooms can be lightly sautéed instead of boiled.
Fresh parsley can be used for extra flavor.
Other aromatic herbs can also be added, except thyme.
Butter can be regular or plant-based, depending on taste.
Remove cheese from the fridge before adding it to the hot corn so it melts evenly.
If using raw corn, cook it on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, adding some salt to the water to enhance flavor.
Mustard or garlic powder can be added according to taste.
You can garnish with potato chips or similar toppings before serving.
Additional Information:
Preparation time: about 15 minutes
Mexican corn can be served as a snack, appetizer, or even a side dish.
The ingredient quantities are suitable for 2 servings.
