Mexican Street Corn
A delightful and creamy dish celebrating the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food, this easy Mexican Street Corn, or Elote, is perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup cotija cheese
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prep the corn: If you’re using fresh corn, shuck the ears and remove the kernels. If you opted for frozen corn, simply measure it out and allow it to thaw.
- Grill the corn (optional): For an authentic elote experience, grill the corn on medium-high for about 10–15 minutes until slightly charred. Remove and let cool.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Combine the ingredients: Add the corn to the creamy mixture and stir gently until well coated.
- Cheese it up: Crumble in the cotija cheese and fold into the corn mixture.
- Finish with freshness: Top with chopped cilantro, taste, and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve and enjoy: Spoon into a serving bowl or individual cups, garnishing with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
For a fun presentation, serve in small cups or bowls. This dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Mexican Street Corn, Elote, summer recipes, corn, side dish