Description
Elote, or Mexican Street Corn, is a popular Mexican street food featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered with a creamy, tangy, and cheesy topping.
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Brush the mixture evenly over the grilled corn while it’s still hot.
- Sprinkle generously with crumbled cotija cheese, chili powder, and smoked paprika if using.
- Top with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute cotija cheese with feta if cotija is not available.
- Try adding a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Best served immediately while warm and fresh.