Elote — Mexican Street Corn
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this easy elote recipe. Grilled corn, creamy dressing, and a spicy kick – a perfect summer treat!
Elote — Mexican Street Corn
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this easy elote recipe. Grilled corn, creamy dressing, and a spicy kick – a perfect summer treat!
Key move
Char the corn aggressively on the grill before adding the toppings for maximum smoky flavor.
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The Setup
- Grill
- Small Bowl
- Whisk
The Mise en Place
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Corn is burning before it's cooked through.
Reduce the grill heat to medium and continue cooking.
Corn is not charring enough.
Increase the grill heat slightly and ensure the corn is in direct contact with the grates.
Chef's Notes
Grill corn over medium-high heat, turning often, until kernels are tender and lightly charred on all sides.
For easier spreading, mix mayonnaise with lime juice before coating the corn.
Serve hot, sprinkled generously with cotija cheese, chili powder, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
You can mix the mayo-lime-cheese topping ahead of time and refrigerate.
The Method
PREHEAT
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Grill is preheated and at medium-high temperature.
GRILL
Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until kernels are charred on all sides. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Corn kernels are charred on all sides.
WHISK
Prep aheadIn a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (½ cups) and lime juice (2 tbsp).
Breaking: Add fat slowly while whisking to keep it smooth. Too fast can split the sauce.
Mayonnaise and lime juice are combined into a smooth mixture.
BRUSH
Brush the grilled corn with the mayonnaise (½ cups) mixture.
Breaking: Add fat slowly while whisking to keep it smooth. Too fast can split the sauce.
All corn cobs are evenly coated with the mayonnaise mixture.
SPRINKLE
Sprinkle with cotija cheese (½ cups), chili powder (2 tsp), and cilantro (¼ cups).
Corn is topped with cotija cheese, chili powder, and cilantro.
SERVE
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Elote is ready to be served.
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