Description

Mexican Street Corn, or “Elote,” is a mouthwatering and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Grilled to perfection, the sweet and smoky corn is slathered with a zesty Mexican crema and topped with cotija cheese, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of lime for an incredible combination of flavors. It is the ultimate street food brought to your table!

Ingredients

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For the Corn:

6 ears corn, husked and all silk removed
Olive oil (for brushing)
1–2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
1/4 to 1/3 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
Sea salt, to taste
2 limes, juiced

For the Mexican Cream Sauce (Crema):

1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sour cream
1/2 lime, juiced
1/8 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1/8 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Corn:
Place each ear of corn on a piece of foil. Brush each ear with olive oil and lightly sprinkle all sides with sea salt. Wrap the foil tightly around the corn.
Grill the Corn:
Preheat the grill to medium heat. Place all 6 ears of wrapped corn on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning them often to prevent burning. The corn is ready when it can easily be pierced with a fork.
Make the Mexican Cream Sauce:
While the corn is grilling, prepare the crema. In a small bowl, combine the heavy cream, sour cream, lime juice, chipotle chili powder, and salt. Mix until well blended.
Assemble the Corn:
When the corn has finished cooking, carefully remove it from the foil. Brush each ear of corn with the Mexican Cream Sauce. Sprinkle chipotle chili powder, crumbled cotija cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice over each ear for added flavor.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the Mexican Street Corn hot and enjoy its delicious blend of flavors!

Notes

Cotija cheese is a traditional Mexican cheese with a crumbly texture and salty flavor. If you can’t find cotija, feta cheese can be used as a substitute.
For a spicier version, increase the amount of chipotle chili powder in the crema or sprinkle more on top.
Make sure to keep turning the corn on the grill to prevent overcooking or burning.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
Calories: 200
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg