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Mexican Street Corn on the Cob (Elote): An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

Savor the Best Mexican Street Corn on the Cob (Elote) Recipe

Discover the irresistible taste of Mexican Street Corn on the Cob (Elote) featuring creamy toppings and charred kernels.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 ears
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn
  • 4 ears Corn on the Cob Fresh corn is ideal, frozen can be used if thawed and drained.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with vegan mayo for plant-based option.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Use dairy-free version to keep it vegan-friendly.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to heat preference.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Can be swapped with feta or nutritional yeast for vegan flair.
  • Cilantro Optional, adds freshness; omit if not a fan.

Equipment

  • grill

Method
 

How to Make Mexican Street Corn on the Cob (Elote)
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F.
  2. Husk the corn, removing all silks, and rinse them under cool water.
  3. Place the prepared corn directly on the grill and grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender with char marks.
  4. In a bowl, blend together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and chili powder until well combined.
  5. Generously coat each ear of corn with the creamy mixture.
  6. Sprinkle Cotija cheese over the corn, followed by an extra dash of chili powder and chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1earCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best flavor. Optionally drizzle with extra lime juice before serving.

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