Mexican Grilled Corn (Elote)

Ingredients

  • 4 ears of corn, husked
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter (for grilling)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese (or feta, crumbled)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Grill:
    Heat your grill to medium-high. Brush the corn with vegetable oil or melted butter.
  2. Grill the Corn:
    Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is charred and cooked through.
  3. Make the Sauce:
    In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Coat the Corn:
    Once grilled, remove corn from the grill and immediately brush or spread the creamy sauce all over the corn while it’s hot.
  5. Add Toppings:
    Sprinkle generously with crumbled cotija cheese, a dash of smoked paprika, and chopped cilantro.
  6. Serve:
    Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for squeezing. Enjoy!

Let me know if you’d like a version using a stove or air fryer instead!

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