Best 5 Elote Mexican Corn On The Cob Recipes

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**Elote: A Mexican Street Food Delight**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of elote, a beloved Mexican street food that captures the essence of summer. This grilled corn on the cob is transformed into a culinary masterpiece with a generous coating of mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and a squeeze of lime. The result is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the authentic taste of elote with our carefully curated recipes that range from traditional to contemporary variations. Embark on a culinary journey and elevate your next cookout or gathering with this Mexican delicacy.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ELOTE RECIPE (AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CORN)



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Elotes recipe - Mexican Corn on the cob with cheese, mayo and chile. Enjoy this Mexican street food anytime with this easy recipe!

Provided by www.kitchengidget.com

Categories     Entrees & Sides

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ears of corn
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup cotija cheese
1 lime, quartered
Hot sauce (such as Valentina or Tapatio)
Chili powder (such as Tajin or ancho chile)
Wooden sticks (for taffy apple, corn dogs, etc)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Shuck the corn, remove the silk and stalk. Add corn to water, cover and cook for 5 minutes, then remove.
  • When corn is cool enough to touch but still warm, insert wooden stick into core as a handle.
  • Brush corn with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese and squeeze of lime wedge. Add hot sauce and chili powder to taste.
  • Repeat with remaining ears of corn and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, ServingSize 1 ear

ELOTE (MEXICAN STREET CORN)



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Learn how to make elote with this simple recipe! We'll top grilled corn on the cob with a tangy blend of mayonnaise, lime, chili powder, and finish it with a heavy sprinkle of Cotjia cheese and cilantro. Serve elote as a snack or appetizer, or as a side dish to any Mexican meal. Recipe yields 4 elotes; multiply as needed.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ears of grilled corn on the cob
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
½ teaspoon chili powder, plus more for sprinkling
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt or a pinch of fine salt
2 ounces (about 1/2 cup) finely grated Cotija cheese*
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • While you're grilling your corn, prepare the chili-mayo sauce and Cotija-cilantro blend. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, optional cayenne, and salt. Stir until combined. In a separate bowl, mix together the cheese and cilantro. Set both bowls aside.
  • When your corn is ready to go, brush the mayonnaise mixture all over one ear of corn. Over a plate, sprinkle the Cotjia mixture liberally all over, turning the corn as necessary (it's going to be a little messy, no way around it!). Place the finished cob on a separate serving plate. Repeat for the remaining corn, using the cheese in the bowl and the excess on the plate as needed.
  • Sprinkle a pinch or two of additional chili powder lightly over the corn. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 ear of corn, Calories 241 calories, Sugar 6.5 g, Sodium 386.2 mg, Fat 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, Cholesterol 29.2 mg

ELOTE (MEXICAN CORN-ON-THE-COB)



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Grilled corn on the cob is a popular street food throughout Mexico. Special carts equipped with charcoal burners, a small wash tub, and condiment jars are peddled (literally) throughout the neighborhoods with the vendors shouting "Elotes" Some of the best corn-on-the-cob I have eaten!

Provided by Witch Doctor

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons finely grated Cotija cheese (Mexican Parmesan)
1/2 teaspoon anejo chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 ears shucked corn
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Prepare grill. Combine mayonnaise and juice in a small bowl. Combine cheese and next 4 ingredients (through salt) in another small bowl.
  • Place corn on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill corn 12 minutes or until tender, turning frequently. Remove corn from grill; brush with mayonnaise mixture, and sprinkle with cheese mixture. Serve immediately.

ELOTE (MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB)



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Where I live you always see Elote sold from little carts. Deliciously different! From Cooking Light magazine. I prefer mine without the lime juice.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Corn

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons mayonnaise (fat free is fine)
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice (optional)
2 tablespoons finely grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 ears corn, shucked

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Combine mayo and juice (if using) in a small bowl.
  • Combine cheese and seasonings in another small bowl.
  • Place corn on grill rack that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Grill corn 12 minutes or until tender, turning frequently.
  • Remove from grill and brush with mayo mixture, and sprinkle with cheese mixture.
  • Serve immediately.

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB (ELOTE)



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My Mexican friend gave me this recipe for corn on the cob. Street vendors there sell their corn made this way. Cotija cheese can be found in most grocery stores.

Provided by blakleyl

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ears corn, shucked
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ cup grated cotija cheese
4 wedges lime

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Grill corn until hot and lightly charred all over, 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the temperature of the grill. Roll the ears in melted butter, then spread evenly with mayonnaise. Sprinkle with cotija cheese and serve with a lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 53.1 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 368 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Choose fresh corn on the cob with tightly packed kernels and bright green husks. Remove any loose or damaged kernels.
  • Soak the corn in cold water for at least 15 minutes before grilling. This will help to prevent the kernels from drying out.
  • Grill the corn over medium-high heat, turning every few minutes, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred. You can also boil the corn in a large pot of salted water for about 10 minutes.
  • Brush the corn with a mixture of melted butter, lime juice, and chili powder. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or cumin.
  • Sprinkle the corn with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Elote is a delicious and versatile Mexican street food that can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of sweet corn, creamy cheese, and zesty lime, elote is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

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