mexican style corn and rice
I had several left-overs that I thought would go together to make a side with a Mexican profile - somewhat reminiscent of elote street corn. We really liked it and I didn't want to forget what I threw together!!
yield
3 -4
prep time
10 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For mexican style corn and rice
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2 Tbspchopped onion
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2 Tbspchopped red or green pepper
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1/2 Tbspolive oil (I used garlic infused oil)
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1 clovegarlic, minced
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1 cfrozen corn
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1/2 - 1 cleft-over white or brown rice
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1/2 cwater or chicken broth
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1/2 tspTajin seasoning or other spiced salt
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2 Tbspfeta or cojita cheese, crumbled
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1 Tbsplime juice
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chopped cilantro, for garnish
How To Make mexican style corn and rice
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1Saute onion and pepper in hot oil til starting to soften. Add garlic and stir together for another minute.
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2Add frozen corn kernels, rice and water/broth. Season with tajin seasoning to taste.
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3Add feta cheese and lime juice. Heat until cheese starts to wilt. Keep warm until ready to serve. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.
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