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Mexican Street Corn and Shrimp: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 ears fresh corn, husked
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
– 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, zested and juiced
– 2 teaspoons chili powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: Sliced jalapeños for heat

Instructions

Creating Mexican Street Corn and Shrimp is straightforward. Follow these steps for a delicious result:

1. Cook the Corn: Boil the corn in salted water for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Remove and let cool slightly. Slice the kernels off the cob into a bowl.
2. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add Shrimp: Season the shrimp with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until they are pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Combine Corn Mixture: In the same skillet, add the corn, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Stir well to combine for about 2-3 minutes, heating through.
5. Add in Shrimp: Gently fold the cooked shrimp back into the skillet with the corn mixture. Mix until everything is well combined and heated.
6. Final Touch: Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese on top. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

These steps will guide you in preparing an incredible dish that showcases the essence of Mexican street flavors!

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