Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food with this authentic elotes recipe, featuring grilled corn slathered in creamy mayonnaise, tangy cotija cheese, and a sprinkle of chili powder.
Ingredients
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- 4 fresh ears of corn, husked
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or Tajín seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Remove husks and silk from 4 fresh ears of corn and skewer each one for easier turning on the grill.
- Brush each ear lightly with melted butter and a pinch of salt.
- Place corn directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2–3 minutes until charred in spots and tender all over—about 10 minutes total.
- While the corn is still warm, slather each ear evenly with mayonnaise. Sprinkle generously with crumbled cotija. Dust with chili powder or Tajín to taste.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 30mg