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Elotes Mexican Street Corn

Savor the Flavor: Elotes Mexican Street Corn Recipe

Experience the delicious flavors of Elotes Mexican Street Corn, a vibrant crowd-pleaser perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cobs
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Corn
  • 4 ears Yellow Corn Shucked
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Or Veganaise for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Mexican Crema Plain yogurt can work in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest Fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Start with a small amount
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Or feta as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • to taste Mexican Hot Sauce Brand of choice
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, aiming for a temperature between 450 to 475°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Mexican crema, lime zest, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, and cayenne pepper until smooth and creamy.
  3. Place the shucked corn on the grill. Cook for about 9 minutes, turning every 3 minutes.
  4. Remove the corn from the heat and brush each ear generously with the creamy sauce.
  5. Immediately sprinkle Cotija cheese over each cob and add chili powder if desired.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and drizzle with Mexican hot sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cobCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve Elotes immediately for the best flavor. Enjoy leftovers cold or reheated with a splash of lime juice.

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