Best 10 Mexican Corn On The Cob Recipes

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**Mexican Corn on the Cob: A Street Food Delight with a Burst of Flavors**

In the vibrant culinary landscape of Mexico, corn on the cob, known as "elote," is a beloved street food that captivates taste buds with its tantalizing flavors and vibrant colors. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures, combining the crunch of grilled corn with the creamy richness of mayonnaise and the tangy kick of cotija cheese. Adorned with a sprinkling of chili powder and a squeeze of lime, elote offers a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and spicy notes. This article presents an array of Mexican corn on the cob recipes, each offering unique variations and delectable twists on this iconic street food. From classic preparations to innovative interpretations using various cooking methods and flavorful ingredients, these recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Whether you're craving a traditional elote grilled to perfection or a creative twist using roasted corn or air fryer techniques, these recipes will guide you in crafting this Mexican delicacy in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEXICAN STREET CORN RECIPE



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This Mexican Street Corn recipe is a common Mexican street food that is made by grilling corn on the cob and then coating it with a mixture made up of mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chile powder, and lime. Also called elotes, this easy to make Mexican Corn On The Cob Recipe is a perfect appetizer or side dish for any outdoor gathering. In my version here, I made it two ways - (1) on the cob and (2) off the cob or in a skillet. They are both delicious and ready in less than half an hour.

Provided by Aysegul Sanford

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium-size ears of yellow corn on the cob
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted butter
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
½ teaspoon chile powder
1 tablespoon lime juice (plus wedges of a lime for serving)
½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)

Steps:

  • To prep the corn: Fold the husk of each corn back leaf by leaf and tie them with kitchen twine. Lightly brush corn on the cub with oil.
  • Heat a grill pan or an outdoor grill. Grill corn, turning occasionally until it is browned in spots. Keep an eye on it as this happens rather quickly.
  • To make the sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, chile powder, and lime juice in a bowl.
  • Brush each grilled corn the mayo mixture and sprinkle with cotija cheese. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
  • To prep the corn: Cut the corn off the cob. I used 6 ears to get about 4 1/2 cups. Alternatively, you can also use canned corn or frozen corn. If using frozen, you do not need to thaw it out.
  • Sauté corn: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the corn, and stirring frequently, sauté for 5-7 minutes until it starts to char. If you are using frozen corn, you might need to cook a few minutes longer. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Make the sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, chile powder, and lime juice in a bowl.
  • Assemble: Add in the mayo mixture into the sauteed corn. Give it a mix. Stir in the cotija cheese and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve in small bowls with wedges of lime on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 kcal, Sugar 7 g, Sodium 233 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB



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This is the best way to serve corn, brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with chili powder, cheese and lime!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ears corn, unhusked
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 cup grated cotija cheese
1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves
Juice of 2 limes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place corn, in its husks, directly on the oven rack. Roast until tender and cooked through, about 40-45 minutes. Peel down the husks. Rub each ear of corn with 1 tablespoon butter. Serve immediately, sprinkled with chili powder, cotija, cilantro and lime juice.

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB



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Easy grilling recipe! Try this simple Mexican Corn on the cob. It tastes just like authentic Mexican Street corn. You will love this mexican corn recipe.

Provided by Eating on a Dime

Categories     Side Dish

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4-6 ears of fresh corn
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup feta cheese

Steps:

  • Shuck corn and place onto a preheated grill.
  • Heat for 8-12 minutes, rotating frequently until cooked through.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chili powder and cilantro. Mix well.
  • Brush onto prepared, hot corn and sprinkle with feta cheese just before serving.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 218 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB



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Got this yesterday from a street vender who doing a booming business selling nothing but this delicious corn.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Corn

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ears corn
2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 lime wedges
1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
cayenne

Steps:

  • Cook corn by grilling, steaming or by baking.
  • While warm, spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise all over the cob.
  • Take 1/8 cup of cheese, and sprinkle it on cob, then sprinkle on some cayenne pepper and squirt the lime over the cob.

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB



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Spice up barbecued sweetcorn with chilli, lime and lashings of melted butter

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 corn cobs
100g butter , softened
zest 1 lime
2 tsp chopped fresh chilli or 1 tsp chilli powder , mild or hot, depending how spicy you like it
lime wedges, to serve

Steps:

  • Soak corn in cold water for 15 mins. Heat a griddle pan or barbecue and, when hot, place the corn directly on the bars. Cook for 30-40 mins, turning regularly, until the corn is tender and charred in spots.
  • Meanwhile, mash the butter with the lime zest and chili. When the cobs are done, top each with a knob of flavoured butter and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

GRILLED MEXICAN STREET CORN (ELOTE)



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Mexican street corn is a staple of summer and it's easy to make at home! Top char-grilled corn on the cob with a tangy, creamy sauce, sprinkle with crumbled cheese and dive in. Make this for your next backyard cook-out!

Provided by Megan Keno

Categories     Side Dish     Grill     Quick and Easy

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 to 8 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
1/2 cup Mexican crema, or sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup minced cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons lime zest, from one lime
2 tablespoon lime juice, from one lime
1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Lime wedges, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat a gas or charcoal grill to 400F: Clean the grates once it has heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 274 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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 GRILLED CORN



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I consider this to be the greatest corn-on-the-cob recipe of all time. The way the mild, subtly salted cheese works with an ancho-lime mayonnaise, along with that buttery, smoky corn, is a magnificent combination of flavors. Perfecto!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup mayonnaise
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
8 ears corn on the cob, husked
¼ cup butter, melted, or as needed
½ cup freshly grated Cotija cheese
1 pinch salt to taste
1 lime, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, ancho chile powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl; whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil corn in the salted water for 5 minutes. Drain the corn.
  • Place ears of corn on hot grill and cook until the kernels begin to brown and caramelize, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the corn and continue to cook, turning ears after 1 to 2 minutes, until they are browned with slightly charred, caramelized spots.
  • Generously brush corn with melted butter and ancho-lime mayonnaise until kernels are coated. Sprinkle ears with Cotija cheese and salt. Garnish with slices of lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 245.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

MEXICAN CORN-OFF-THE-COB SALAD



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This salad was inspired by the recipes I've seen for grilled Mexican corn on the cob--mayo, lime, cotija cheese--just adjusted for those that would rather not eat corn on the cob or to save time (and grill space) during your bbq! Can be served cold or at room temp.

Provided by HeidiS

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ears corn, with husks
½ lime, juiced, or more to taste
½ teaspoon chili powder
5 ounces crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup packed chopped fresh cilantro
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill corn in the husks on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, to desired tenderness, about 15 minutes; some charring is fine. Remove from the grill. Remove and discard husks and silk when cool enough to handle. Cut kernels off into a medium bowl.
  • Add lime juice and chili powder, then mix in cotija cheese, cilantro, mayonnaise, and pepper until thoroughly combined. Taste and add salt if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 357.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB



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Make and share this Mexican Corn on the Cob recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pavut

Categories     Corn

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ears fresh corn on the cob
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons red chili powder
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil.
  • Remove husks and corn silk from corn cobs. Place the corn in the boiling water, cover, and boil until it is just hot, 10 minutes or less.
  • While corn is boiling mix together olive oil, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Remove corn from steamer, brush with oil mixture and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest corn on the cob: Look for ears with bright green husks that are tightly wrapped around the corn. The kernels should be plump and milky.
  • Prepare the corn on the cob properly: Remove the husks and silk from the corn. If desired, you can also remove the corn kernels from the cob using a sharp knife.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your Mexican corn on the cob will taste. Use fresh herbs, spices, and cheeses.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make Mexican corn on the cob. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find your favorite recipe.
  • Serve Mexican corn on the cob immediately: This dish is best enjoyed fresh and hot off the grill or stovetop.

Conclusion:

Mexican corn on the cob is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even a main course. It is a popular street food in Mexico and is also a favorite at cookouts and parties. With its smoky flavor and creamy texture, Mexican corn on the cob is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe that is packed with flavor, give Mexican corn on the cob a try!

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