Mexican Street Corn (Elote Recipe)
Mexican Street Corn, or Elote, is a vibrant and flavorful street food featuring grilled corn slathered in a creamy, tangy sauce and topped with crumbled Cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, casual parties, or as a bold appetizer that delights both kids and adults. The texture is tender-crisp corn with a rich, zesty, and slightly spicy finish.
Taste: Creamy, tangy, salty, mildly spicy, with bright citrus notes and a smoky char from grillingTotal Time: 15 minutesServings: 2Suitable For: Teens, adults, party guests, spice-tolerant eaters; not ideal for strict low-fat or dairy-free dietsBudget: $3–$5 USD per serving (depending on cheese and corn availability)
Ingredients
- 4 ears of fresh corn (husked)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- salt to taste
Nutrition
Calories~320 kcal per serving
Protein6 g (from cheese and dairy)
Fat24 g (mostly from mayonnaise and sour cream, includes saturated fat)
Carbohydrates20 g (mainly from corn)
VitaminsVitamin C (from lime), Vitamin A (from corn and dairy), Calcium (from cotija cheese)
Tips
- Use freshly grated cotija if possible—pre-crumbled versions often contain anti-caking agents that affect texture
- Grill corn directly without foil to maximize char and smoky flavor
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise
- Serve on skewers or with parchment paper wraps for easy handling at parties
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