Delicious Elote: Easy Mexican Street Corn Recipe You’ll Love!
Savor the irresistible flavors of Delicious Elote with this Easy Mexican Street Corn Recipe you’ll love! This vibrant dish brings together sweet corn, creamy toppings, and zesty lime to create a mouthwatering experience that’s perfect for any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this quick and simple recipe is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn (husked)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lime (cut into wedges)
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil or grill the husked corn until tender—boiling takes about 5-7 minutes, while grilling will take about 10-15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Coat each ear of corn with the creamy mixture using a brush.
- Sprinkle generously with Cotija cheese and additional chili powder if desired.
- Serve immediately alongside lime wedges and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg