Description
This Spicy Creamy Cajun Corn Cob recipe elevates simple grilled corn into a bold, restaurant-quality side dish. Featuring smoky charred corn coated in a rich, tangy Cajun cream sauce and topped with crumbled cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, it’s the perfect summer BBQ favorite ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Fresh Corn Base
- 4 ears corn, husked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Creamy Cajun Coating
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 80 ml sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Finishing Toppings
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 60 g feta or cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chipotle or chili powder (optional)
Smart Substitutions: Use vegan mayo and coconut cream for dairy-free versions, or swap cheese for nutritional yeast and toasted sesame seeds for a plant-based twist.
Instructions
- Prepare the Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400–450°F). Clean and oil grates lightly to prevent sticking.
- Season the Corn: Brush each ear of corn with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper for balanced flavor and even browning.
- Grill to Perfection: Place corn directly on grill grates. Cook 10–15 minutes, rotating every 3–4 minutes until evenly charred and tender.
- Make the Cajun Cream Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Coat the Corn: Remove corn from grill and immediately brush with Cajun cream sauce while still hot for better adhesion.
- Finish with Toppings: Sprinkle crumbled cheese, chopped cilantro, drizzle with lime juice, and dust lightly with chipotle powder. Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream or air-fry corn at 400°F for 12 minutes. Always serve hot for the best texture and flavor balance. The Cajun sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Cajun / Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: grilled corn, cajun corn, spicy corn, creamy corn cob, bbq side