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Elote (Grilled Mexican Street Corn) Recipe

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  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Elote (Grilled Mexican Street Corn) recipe features sweet and smoky corn grilled to perfection and then slathered with a tangy mayo-lime mixture, chili powder, Cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro. Perfect as a flavorful side dish or a satisfying snack that captures the essence of traditional Mexican street food right at home.

Ingredients

Grilled Corn

  • 4 ears of corn, husked

Toppings

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise*
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
  • ½ teaspoon lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder or ancho chile powder
  • ⅓ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sea salt, to taste

Note

  • *Optional: A mix of ¼ cup Mexican crema or sour cream and ¼ cup mayonnaise can be used instead of all mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Grill Pan. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot and ready to cook the corn, ensuring it develops a smoky char.
  2. Grill the Corn. Place the husked ears of corn on the hot grill pan, turning occasionally until all sides have a nice char and the corn is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Mayo-Lime Mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until smooth and well combined.
  4. Coat the Corn. Once the corn is grilled, spread the mayo-lime mixture generously over each ear of corn, covering evenly for maximum flavor.
  5. Add Toppings. Sprinkle the coated ears with chili powder or ancho chile powder, crumbled Cotija cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro. Season with sea salt to taste for added seasoning.
  6. Serve. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges for squeezing over the top to add a burst of acidity and brightness to each bite.

Notes

  • A blend of ¼ cup Mexican crema or sour cream combined with ¼ cup mayonnaise works wonderfully as a tangier alternative to using just mayonnaise.
  • Chili powder can be adjusted according to your preferred spice level. Ancho chile powder offers a smoky sweet flavor.
  • Serving the corn hot off the grill ensures the best texture and flavor experience.
  • This recipe yields 4 servings, perfect as a side for gatherings or barbecues.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/elote-grilled-mexican-street-corn-recipe/