Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Homemade Mexican Street Corn, or Elote, a delightful dish that combines smoky grilled corn with a creamy sauce, zesty lime, and tangy Cotija cheese. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Husk the corn and remove silk strands. Rinse under cold water.
- Boil for 5-7 minutes or grill over medium heat for about 10 minutes until charred and tender.
- Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl; mix until smooth.
- Brush or spoon the sauce generously over each ear of warm corn.
- Sprinkle with Cotija cheese and extra chili powder before serving hot. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 149g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg