Spicy Creamy Cajun Corn on the Cob with Zesty Toppings Recipe
Experience an explosion of flavors with Spicy and Creamy Cajun Corn on the Cob, slathered in a creamy, spicy sauce and topped with zesty ingredients. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this dish will quickly become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling or Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
- Fresh Corn on the Cob
- Cajun Seasoning
- Cream Cheese
- Butter
- Lime Juice
- Fresh Cilantro
- Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Start by shucking the corn, removing all the silk and husks. Rinse the cobs under cold water and pat them dry.
- You can choose to boil or grill the corn. To boil, fill a large pot with salted water, bring it to a boil, and add the corn. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender. If grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high and place the corn directly on the grill grates, turning occasionally for about 10-15 minutes.
- While the corn cooks, in a bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, melted butter, Cajun seasoning, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the heat. While it’s still warm, generously coat each cob with the creamy Cajun mixture using a brush or your hands.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro and grated Parmesan cheese over the coated corn. For an extra zesty finish, squeeze a bit more lime juice on top.
- Arrange the corn on a platter and serve immediately while it's warm. Enjoy the spicy, creamy goodness!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cob
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Adjust the spice level by serving Cajun seasoning on the side. For a vegan option, use plant-based cream cheese, vegan butter, and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.