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Elote Corn Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of elote, a traditional Mexican street food featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered in creamy sauce and spices.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: elote, corn, Mexican street food, summer recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 ears of corn husked
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 lime juiced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  • Husk the corn and remove any silk.
  • Grill the corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
  • In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
  • Once the corn is grilled, remove it from the heat.
  • Brush the creamy mixture generously over each ear of corn.
  • Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese on top of the creamy corn.
  • Dust with chili powder and additional garlic powder if desired.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro.
  • Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 2g