Mexican Street Corn Recipe (Elote) – Grilled, Creamy & Flavor-Packed!
“Make authentic Mexican street corn (elote) at home! Grilled corn coated with creamy sauce, cotija cheese, chili, and lime—flavor-packed & irresistible!”
Introduction:
Take your summer corn game to the next level with this authentic Mexican Street Corn (Elote) recipe! Charred sweet corn is slathered in a creamy, zesty sauce, sprinkled with crumbly cheese, and finished with a dash of chili and lime. It's bold, smoky, tangy—and totally irresistible.
🌽 What Is Elote?
Elote is a popular Mexican street food made with grilled corn on the cob, traditionally coated in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, Mexican crema, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice. It’s typically served on a stick for easy eating, straight from roadside vendors.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✅ Grilled and smoky – perfect for summer BBQs
- ✅ Easy to make with simple ingredients
- ✅ Authentic flavors with cheesy, creamy, and spicy notes
- ✅ Great as a side dish, snack, or appetizer
- ✅ Can be made on the grill, stovetop, or in the oven
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 ears fresh corn, husked
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Mexican crema (or sour cream)
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta as a substitute)
- 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra lime wedges, for serving
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🔥 How to Make Mexican Street Corn
Step 1: Grill the Corn
Preheat your grill (or stovetop grill pan) to medium-high. Grill corn for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides.
🔥 No grill? Roast the corn in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes or boil and sear in a hot pan.
Step 2: Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, crema, lime juice, garlic (if using), salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili powder. Mix well.
Step 3: Coat the Corn
Brush or spoon the creamy mixture all over the hot grilled corn. Be generous—it’s the flavor base!
Step 4: Add the Toppings
Sprinkle generously with cotija cheese, extra chili powder, paprika, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for extra zing.
🍴 How to Serve Elote
- Perfect as a BBQ side dish
- Serve with tacos, grilled meats, or burrito bowls
- Cut off the cob and make Esquites (Mexican street corn salad)
- Pair with cerveza or margaritas for the full experience
🔁 Variations
- Spicy elote: Add hot sauce or more chili powder
- Vegan version: Use plant-based mayo and vegan cheese
- Sweet & spicy: Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cayenne
- Elote cups (Esquites): Slice kernels off and mix everything in a bowl
🧊 Storage Tips
- Best eaten fresh and hot
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days
- To reheat: Wrap in foil and warm in oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes
✅ Final Thoughts
This Mexican street corn recipe brings the bold, crave-worthy flavors of the street carts straight to your backyard. With smoky char, creamy sauce, tangy lime, and that signature chili kick—it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any cookout or weeknight dinner.
Tried this recipe? Share your favorite elote toppings or add-ins in the comments!
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