Name: Amazing Mexican street corn 4 ways
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 ears of corn, husked; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese, plus more for serving; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1-2 teaspoons chili powder, plus more for serving; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); Salt to taste; Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Amazing Mexican street corn 4 ways

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This is an authentic Mexican street corn recipe, also known as Elote. It’s a popular street food where corn on the cob is grilled or boiled and then slathered with a creamy, tangy, and spicy sauce, finished with cheese and chili powder. Perfect for a flavorful side dish or snack.

Author: Clara Alena
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Side Dish
Method: Grilling or Boiling
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 ears of corn, husked
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-2 teaspoons chili powder, plus more for serving
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Grill or boil the corn until tender and slightly charred.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Season the mixture with salt to taste.
Once the corn is cooked, carefully spread the creamy mixture all over each ear of corn.
Roll the coated corn in additional crumbled cotija cheese.
Sprinkle with extra chili powder and chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a spicier kick, feel free to add more cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the creamy mixture.
If cotija cheese is not available, you can substitute with feta cheese.
This recipe is best enjoyed fresh off the grill or out of the boiling water.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
Calories: Approximately 350-400 kcal (will vary based on ingredients)
Sugar: Approximately 8-12g
Sodium: Approximately 300-500mg
Fat: Approximately 25-30g
Saturated Fat: Approximately 8-10g
Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 17-20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
Fiber: Approximately 3-5g
Protein: Approximately 8-10g
Cholesterol: Approximately 30-40mg

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