Delicious Elote: Easy Mexican Street Corn Recipe You’ll Love!
Savor the irresistible flavors of Delicious Elote with this easy Mexican street corn recipe you’ll love! Perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or any festive occasion, this creamy and zesty dish features grilled corn coated in a rich mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, Cotija cheese, and spices. With vibrant toppings and customizable spice levels, this Elote is sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings. It’s quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lime (cut into wedges)
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Boil or grill the corn until tender (5-7 minutes for boiling; 10-15 minutes for grilling).
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Coat each ear of corn with the creamy mixture using a basting brush or spoon.
- Top with Cotija cheese and additional chili powder if desired.
- Serve warm with lime wedges and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg