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Shrimp with Mexican Street Corn Sauce: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon butter
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped (adjust to taste)
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
– Juice of 1 lime
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Creating Shrimp with Mexican Street Corn Sauce is easy if you follow these clear steps:

1. Prep Ingredients: Begin by prepping all your ingredients. This makes the cooking process smoother.
2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until they become translucent.
3. Add Corn: Stir in the corn kernels and jalapeño. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the corn is heated through and slightly caramelized.
4. Cook Shrimp: Push the corn mixture to one side of the skillet. In the other half, add the shrimp. Season them with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
5. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and cotija cheese. Stir until well combined.
6. Combine: Pour the creamy mixture over the shrimp and corn in the skillet. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
9. Serve: Serve the shrimp with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing.

Following these steps will guide you in crafting a mouthwatering dish full of flavor and distinction.

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