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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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