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Elote or Mexican street corn is grilled corn on the cob lathered in creamy, cheesy goodness that is so irresistible, you won't be able to live without it! I need this ASAP!
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Mexican Street Corn - Elote

Elote or Mexican street corn is grilled corn on the cob lathered in creamy, cheesy goodness that is so irresistible!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: 200+ Easy Appetizers Recipes, 200+ Easy Side Dish Recipes Every Mom Needs
Keyword: corn, grilled, mexican, side
Servings: 8
Author: Carrian Cheney

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6-8 Ears of Corn husked
  • Mexican Crema found in your local grocery store by the cheeses or mayonnaise
  • Cotija Cheese again, over by the cheese section
  • Chili Powder or Smoked Paprika
  • 2 Limes
  • Fresh Cilantro chopped
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Heat a grill to medium-high heat and add the corn. See note.
    6-8 Ears of Corn
  • There is no need to add salt as the cotija cheese is salty.
  • Grill on each side for a few minutes until some of the kernals begin to look darker, and a little charred, as pictured above.
  • Remove from the grill and immediately spread the Mexican crema all over the corn.
    Mexican Crema
  • Sprinkle lightly with cotija cheese, chili powder and lime juice.
    Cotija Cheese, Chili Powder or Smoked Paprika, 2 Limes
  • Top with a little bit of the fresh cilantro and enjoy.
    Fresh Cilantro
  • Best eaten hot off the grill, so be careful not to burn yourself.

Video

Notes

If you don't have a grill or it's not an ideal time for grilling, a grill pan on the stove top will work great!
There are a couple of ways to reheat this corn.
  • Microwave:  Place the corn in a microwave safe dish and cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Set the timer for 10-20 second bursts and continue heating till corn is warm.
  • Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add butter, 1 tsp. water, salt and pepper to the corn and wrap in foil. Place in the oven for 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 199mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.5mg