Authentic Elote Recipe (Mexican Street Corn)
This authentic elote recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico's street vendors right to your backyard! Juicy grilled corn on the cob slathered with creamy sauce, cotija cheese, and spices.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 236kcal
Ingredients
- 6 ears of corn husks and silk removed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (juice from 1 lime)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese (or feta cheese)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
- lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- PREP: Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Remove husks and silk from corn, rinse with cold water, and pat dry.
- GRILL: Brush each ear of corn with melted butter. Place directly on grill grates and cook for 15-20 minutes, rotating every few minutes, until kernels are lightly charred.
- SAUCE: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- ASSEMBLE: Remove corn from the grill and place on a serving platter. Spread the mayo mixture over each ear of corn.
- FINISH: Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese over the mayo mixture, then top with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, apply the mayo mixture while the corn is still hot.
- Roll corn in the cotija cheese rather than just sprinkling for better coverage.
- Leave a small piece of the stalk intact to use as a handle.
- No grill? You can boil corn for 5-7 minutes and then finish under the broiler.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat wrapped in foil in a 350°F oven or on the grill for 5 minutes.
- No fresh corn? Frozen corn works too - grill in a foil packet or skillet since it won't hold up directly on the grates.
Nutrition
Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 496IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 0.3mg
