Delicious Elote: Easy Mexican Street Corn Recipe You’ll Love!
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Delicious Elote with this easy Mexican street corn recipe that’s sure to impress at any gathering. This beloved dish combines sweet, juicy corn with a creamy, zesty topping, making it a perfect appetizer, side dish, or party snack. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is quick and versatile—ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or family get-togethers. Customize the spice level to your liking and watch as your guests rave about this crowd-pleaser. Enjoy every bite of this delightful elote, garnished with fresh lime and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Side
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil or grill the corn until tender (5-7 minutes boiling; 10-15 minutes grilling).
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Coat the cooked corn with the creamy mixture.
- Sprinkle generously with Cotija cheese and additional chili powder if desired.
- Serve hot with lime wedges and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg