Spicy Creamy Cajun Grilled Corn Best Recipe
Grilled corn coated in creamy Cajun sauce, topped with cheese, cilantro, and lime. Smoky, spicy, and perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 ears corn husked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Creamy Cajun Coating
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise vegan or regular
- 80 ml sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 60 g feta or cotija cheese crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder or chili powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the corn evenly with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Grill the corn for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Remove the corn from the grill and brush generously with the Cajun cream sauce.
- Sprinkle with crumbled cheese and fresh cilantro, drizzle with lime juice, and add chipotle powder if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy this Spicy Creamy Cajun Grilled Corn Recipe at its best.
Notes
Serve with grilled chicken, beef kebabs, or alongside burgers. This dish also works well cut off the cob and served as a salad topping.