Istanbul Street Corn (İstanbul Sokak Mısırı)
İstanbul Sokak Mısırı, or Istanbul Street Corn, is a popular street food in Turkey that is bursting with flavor. This delicious snack is perfect for enjoying while exploring the vibrant streets of Istanbul.
Ingredients
- 4 ears of fresh corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
- Peel back the husks of the corn without removing them completely. Remove the silk from the corn and pull the husks back up.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Place the corn on the grill and cook for 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are tender and charred in spots.
- Spread the mayonnaise over the grilled corn. Sprinkle with feta cheese and paprika. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lime wedges.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Grill or grill pan
Tools
Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve İstanbul Sokak Mısırı hot, as a delicious snack or side dish.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, sprinkle the corn with a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder before serving.
Cost
$8