Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

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Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

Elote is a popular Mexican street food that consists of grilled corn on the cob coated with a mixture of mayonnaise, chili powder, lime, and cheese. It's a flavorful, tangy, and creamy treat perfect for summer.

Cook Time20 mins
Servings4
Allergendairy

Nutrition Values

Energy155 Cal
Protien3 g
Fat9 g
Carbs17 g

Recipe Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Brush the corn cobs with olive oil and grill them, turning frequently until cooked and slightly charred, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    While the corn is grilling, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and garlic powder in a bowl.

  4. 4

    Once the corn is grilled, spread the mayonnaise mixture over each cob.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle each cob with Cotija cheese and cilantro.

  6. 6

    Serve the corn with extra lime wedges and a sprinkling of chili powder, if desired.

Ingredients list

  1. corn cobs (4)
  2. olive oil (1 tablespoon)
  3. mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
  4. sour cream (1/4 cup)
  5. lime (1)
  6. chili powder (1 teaspoon)
  7. garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  8. cotija cheese (1/2 cup)
  9. cilantro (1/4 cup)
  10. lime wedges (for serving)
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