Name: Perfect Grilled Elote: 4 Simple Steps
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 ears of corn, husked; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese

Perfect Grilled Elote: 4 Simple Steps

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Enjoy this delicious grilled elote, also known as Mexican street corn. Perfect for your next barbecue, this recipe guides you through achieving perfectly charred kernels and a flavorful, creamy coating. It’s an easy and impressive dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Author: Clara Alena
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Side Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 ears of corn, husked
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese

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Instructions

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Brush the corn with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and tender, about 8-10 minutes.
While the corn is grilling, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the corn is grilled, carefully remove it from the grill.
Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each ear of corn.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese over the top.
Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can grill the corn in its husks, removing them just before serving.
If you don’t have cotija cheese, feta cheese can be substituted.
Adjust the chili powder and cayenne pepper to your spice preference.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal
Sugar: Approximately 8-12g
Sodium: Approximately 300-400mg
Fat: Approximately 15-20g
Saturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g
Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 10-13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
Fiber: Approximately 3-5g
Protein: Approximately 5-7g
Cholesterol: Approximately 20-30mg

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