Description
Elevate your summer gatherings with this easy Elote Recipe, a delightful take on traditional Mexican street corn. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy sweet, charred corn on the cob slathered in a creamy dressing made from sour cream and mayonnaise, topped with savory cotija cheese and a zesty lime kick. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or side dish at barbecues and casual get-togethers. The combination of flavors and textures ensures that every bite is a delicious experience, making it a favorite among both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn (shucked)
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- Zest of 1 lime
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ cup cotija cheese
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, crushed garlic, lime zest, chili powder, paprika, and half of the chopped cilantro. Mix until smooth.
- Preheat your grill to high heat. Grill the shucked corn for about 10 minutes, turning regularly until charred.
- Remove corn from the grill and brush generously with the crema dressing.
- Top with crumbled cotija cheese, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, sprinkle remaining cilantro, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg