Description
Homemade Mexican Street Corn, or elote, is a vibrant and flavorful treat that combines sweet grilled corn with a creamy, tangy sauce and a medley of toppings. Perfect for summer gatherings or casual barbecues, this dish is easy to make and sure to impress. Each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors that will transport you back to sun-soaked street fairs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Mexican crema
- Juice of 1 lime (approximately 2 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and rinse under cold water.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Mexican crema, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Remove corn from grill and brush with the creamy mixture.
- Sprinkle crumbled cheese over the corn while warm and finish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately with extra lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added heat, mix in diced jalapeños or use spicy chili powder. If you prefer a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat gently before serving.