Description
Elote, a classic Mexican street corn dish, blends charred corn with creamy, tangy toppings. Zesty flavors and simple ingredients make this street-style corn an irresistible snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears corn, husked and silk removed
- ¼ – ⅓ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsps sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tsps chipotle chili powder
- ¼ tsp chipotle chili powder
- Sea salt
- ¼ tsp salt
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Prep Corn: Thoroughly coat corn ears with olive oil, sprinkle sea salt, then wrap tightly in aluminum foil to seal in moisture.
- Grill Setup: Ignite outdoor grill to medium heat around 350-375°F, creating an even cooking surface for perfect grilling.
- Corn Roasting: Position foil-wrapped corn on grill grates, rotating periodically to ensure consistent golden-brown caramelization and prevent burning.
- Crema Preparation: Whisk crema ingredients in a bowl until achieving a silky, uniform consistency that will complement the grilled corn.
- Corn Finishing: Unwrap grilled corn, allowing excess steam to dissipate, then lavishly coat with prepared crema for rich, creamy coverage.
- Cheese and Spice Topping: Generously dust corn with crumbled cotija cheese and chipotle chili powder, creating a vibrant, textured exterior that balances smoky and tangy flavors.
- Final Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley and squeeze lime juice over corn, adding brightness and enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Serving: Present immediately while corn remains piping hot, ensuring optimal texture and flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Prevent Burning: Rotate corn every 5-6 minutes to ensure even cooking and avoid charred spots that can make corn bitter.
- Check Corn Doneness: Kernels should turn tender and develop a light golden-brown color, indicating perfect grilling technique.
- Crema Consistency Matters: Whisk crema ingredients thoroughly to create a smooth, even coating that adheres perfectly to grilled corn.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy Mexican Street Corn hot to experience the optimal blend of creamy, spicy, and zesty flavors at their peak freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg