Elote: Classic Mexican Grilled Corn

Elote: Classic Mexican Grilled Corn

Elote, also known as Mexican Street Corn, is a mouthwatering delicacy that's a staple of Mexican street food culture. A perfect blend of smoky, tangy, creamy, and spicy, this recipe takes grilled corn on the cob to a whole new level. The corn is grilled to perfection, brushed with a luscious coat of creamy, tangy sauce, sprinkled with salty Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro, and served with a squeeze of fresh lime. It's a flavor explosion in every bite!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Corn on the cob (4, with husks and silk removed)
  • Mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
  • Sour cream (1/4 cup)
  • Fresh lime juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Cayenne pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
  • Cotija cheese (1/2 cup, crumbled)
  • Fresh cilantro (2 tablespoons, finely chopped)
  • Lime wedges (4, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the corn on the cob for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until it's lightly charred and cooked through.
  3. While the corn is grilling, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh lime juice, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt until well combined.
  4. Once the corn is grilled, brush each cob evenly with the prepared sauce, making sure to coat all sides.
  5. Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese and finely chopped cilantro over the sauced corn.
  6. Serve the elote hot, with a lime wedge on the side for each cob. Squeeze the fresh lime over the corn for an extra pop of tangy flavor.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 12 minutes • Calories: 220 • Fat: 14g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 5g • Sodium: 420mg • Sugar: 6g