Here’s a quick and flavorful Easy Mexican Street Corn (Elote) — creamy, tangy, cheesy, and slightly spicy
Easy Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
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4 ears fresh corn, husked
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2 tbsp butter (melted)
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⅓ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup sour cream (optional but recommended)
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½ cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta as substitute)
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1 tsp chili powder or smoked paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Juice of ½–1 lime
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Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Salt to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Corn
Grill (best flavor):
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Grill corn over medium heat 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred.
Or Boil:
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Boil corn 5–7 minutes until tender, then drain.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
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Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, and lime juice in a bowl.
3️⃣ Assemble
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Brush warm corn with melted butter.
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Spread the creamy sauce all over.
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Sprinkle generously with cotija cheese.
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Dust with chili powder.
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Garnish with cilantro and extra lime juice.
Tips
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Want it spicier? Add cayenne or hot sauce.
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For easier serving, cut kernels off the cob and mix everything in a bowl (Mexican street corn salad / esquites style).
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Serve immediately while warm for best flavor.