Name: Cajun Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 ears of corn, husked; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; 4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise; ⅓ cup sour cream or Mexican crema; 1 ½ teaspoons cajun spice; 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro; ½ cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon chipotle or chili powder (optional)

Description

Cajun Corn on the Cob is a spicy, flavorful twist on the classic side dish. Fresh ears of corn are seasoned with a homemade Cajun spice blend, then grilled or fried to perfection. This dish combines the sweetness of corn with the boldness of Cajun spices, creating a delicious balance that’s perfect for summer cookouts or any meal needing a kick of flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

4 ears of corn, husked
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
1 ½ teaspoons cajun spice
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
½ cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chipotle or chili powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, half of the cajun spice, half of the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Place each corn cob on a piece of foil. Generously brush each cob with the oil and spice mixture, then wrap in the foil.
4. Bake the corn in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. For softer corn, remove after 30 minutes, brush with more oil-spice mixture, and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
5. While the corn bakes, prepare the mayo sauce by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, the remaining cajun and paprika spices, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
6. Remove corn from the oven, let cool slightly, then brush with the mayo mixture.
7. Optionally, for a slight char, place the corn in a lightly greased grill pan and grill until lightly charred.
8. Top with crumbled cheese, chopped cilantro, and a sprinkle of cajun spice. Serve warm.

Notes

Adjust the cayenne pepper in the seasoning mix to control the spice level according to your preference.
Leftover Cajun seasoning can be stored in an airtight container for future use.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Grilling or Frying
Cuisine: American, Cajun

Nutrition

Calories: 200 kcal
Sugar: 8g
Fat: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g