Mexican Street Corn Recipe
Mexican street corn, also known as elote, is a popular and delicious street food that's typically grilled and coated with a mix of flavorful ingredients. Here's a basic recipe to make Mexican street corn at home
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Calories: 241kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan
- Basting Brush
- Tongs
- Serving Plate
- 2 Small mixing bowls
Ingredients
- 4 ears of grilled corn on the cob
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoons lime juice
- 2 oz Cotija cheese finely grated about ½ cup
- ½ teaspoon chili powder plus more for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
- Pinch of cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt or a pinch of fine salt
Instructions
- While the corn is grilling, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cayenne, and salt in a small bowl until well combined.
- In another bowl, stir together the Cotija cheese and chopped cilantro and set both aside.
- Once the corn is charred and cooked through, use a brush or spoon to generously coat one cob with the mayo mixture.
- Hold it over a plate and sprinkle the cheese-cilantro blend liberally, rotating to coat all sides—expect a bit of mess.
- Transfer the finished cob to a serving plate. Lightly dust each cob with an extra pinch or two of chili powder, and serve them warm.
Notes
- Cotija cheese can be substituted with crumbled feta for a similar salty tang.
- Add a touch of smoked paprika for extra depth and a hint of smokiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal