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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this mouthwatering Mexican street corn, or elote. Perfectly grilled corn on the cob is slathered with a creamy, zesty sauce, sprinkled with crumbled Cotija cheese, and finished with fragrant cilantro and a kick of chili powder. This dish embodies the spirit of Mexican street food, often enjoyed at bustling markets and street corners, where it's served hot and fresh to delight your taste buds. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a side dish for your favorite Mexican feast!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Corn on the cob
- 4 ears, husked and silk removed
- Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup
- Sour cream
- 1/4 cup
- Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon
- Cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, ensuring the grates are clean for the corn.
- Husk the corn, removing both the outer leaves and silk strands for a clean grilling experience.
- Place the corn directly on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn is lightly charred and tender.
- While the corn is grilling, prepare the creamy sauce by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Once the corn is grilled, remove it from the grill and brush the creamy sauce generously over each ear of corn, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped cilantro over the sauced corn, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional lime wedges and chili powder if desired, and enjoy the burst of flavors!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Side Dish • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 280 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 24g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 450mg • Sugar: 2g
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