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Flavorful Elote Mexican Street Corn Recipe Easy Homemade with Cotija and Lime

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A quick and easy Mexican street corn recipe featuring grilled corn slathered in a creamy, tangy sauce with Cotija cheese and fresh lime juice. Perfect as a festive side dish with smoky, zesty, and cheesy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Mexican crema (or sour cream as substitute)
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Oil for brushing corn (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).
  2. Remove husks and silk from the corn ears and pat dry. Lightly brush each ear with oil if desired.
  3. Grill the corn directly on the grates for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until kernels are tender and charred.
  4. While the corn grills, mix mayonnaise, Mexican crema, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Once grilled, slather the creamy sauce evenly over each ear of corn using a brush or spoon.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese generously over the coated corn.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

If no grill is available, roast corn in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway. For vegan version, use vegan mayo, dairy-free crema, and substitute Cotija cheese with crumbled tofu mixed with nutritional yeast and salt. Wrap bottom of corn in foil or use corn holders to reduce mess. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent rubbery texture.

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Keywords: elote, Mexican street corn, Cotija cheese, lime, grilled corn, easy side dish, creamy corn, summer recipe

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