Mexican street corn, or elote, is a popular street food in Mexico, featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered in a creamy sauce, sprinkled with cheese, and topped with chili powder and lime. It’s the perfect combination of savory, spicy, and tangy flavors!
Ingredients:
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta cheese)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
- Grill the Corn:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until the kernels are charred and tender, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well blended.
- Coat the Corn:
- Once the corn is cool enough to handle, use a brush or spoon to spread the creamy sauce evenly over each ear of corn.
- Add Cheese and Toppings:
- Sprinkle the cotija cheese generously over the coated corn, ensuring it sticks to the sauce.
- Dust with chili powder according to your spice preference.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Enjoy your delicious Mexican street corn!