Elotes Mexican Street Corn
Elotes, or Mexican street corn, is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered in a creamy, tangy sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Grill
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Corn
- 4 ears Corn on the cob Choose fresh corn for the best flavor.
Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Regular or light mayonnaise can be used.
- 1/4 cup Sour cream Adds creaminess and tang.
- 1 unit Lime Juice and zest for freshness.
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust based on heat preference.
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances overall flavor.
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese Crumbled, can substitute with feta.
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped for garnish.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
Optional Equipment
- Wooden skewers or sticks For easier handling.
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove husks and silk from the corn, rinse, and pat dry.
- Grill the corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until tender and charred.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Coat each ear of corn with the elotes sauce.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the corn and garnish with cilantro.
- Serve warm with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Elotes can be customized with various toppings and spices to suit your taste.