🌽 Easy Mexican Street Corn (Elote) Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
⭐ Keywords
Easy Mexican Street Corn, Elote Recipe, Grilled Mexican Corn on the Cob, Authentic Street Corn, Cotija Cheese Corn, Creamy Corn Recipe, Mexican BBQ Side Dish, Summer Corn Recipe, Tajin Corn, Street Food Corn Recipe
🧾 Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream (or Mexican crema)
- ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled (plus extra for topping)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (or Tajín seasoning for a zesty kick)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for smoky flavor)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges, for serving
🔥 Instructions
1. Grill the Corn
Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat. Brush the corn with melted butter and grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until it’s charred and golden brown on all sides.
(Tip: For stovetop cooking, you can use a cast iron skillet or broil the corn in the oven for similar results.)
2. Make the Creamy Elote Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or crema), garlic, and lime juice until smooth.
3. Coat the Corn
Once the corn is grilled, brush or spoon the creamy sauce mixture evenly over each cob.
4. Add the Toppings
Sprinkle cotija cheese, chili powder (or Tajín), and smoked paprika all over the corn.
5. Garnish and Serve
Top with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for squeezing. Enjoy your authentic Mexican Street Corn (Elote) warm! 🌽💛
🍴 Serving Tips
- Serve as a side dish for tacos, fajitas, or BBQ.
- You can also cut the kernels off the cob and mix everything together for Esquites (Mexican Street Corn Salad).
- Pair with grilled meats, margaritas, or guacamole for a full Mexican-style feast.
🧀 Substitutions & Variations
- No grill? Roast corn in the oven at 425°F for 20 minutes.
- Vegan version: Use vegan mayo, dairy-free sour cream, and vegan cheese.
- Extra spice: Add a few dashes of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
💬 Keyword-Rich Meta Description
Make this Easy Mexican Street Corn (Elote) at home! Grilled corn coated in creamy mayo, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime. The best authentic street corn recipe that’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for summer BBQs.