Best 8 Mexican Grilled Corn Almost Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican Grilled Corn, a delectable dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. This recipe elevates the humble corn on the cob to a culinary masterpiece, transforming it into a charred, smoky, and utterly irresistible treat. Grilled to perfection, the corn is slathered in a luscious combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, and cotija cheese, creating a creamy and tangy sauce that complements the sweet corn kernels. A sprinkle of chili powder, a squeeze of lime, and a dash of cilantro add layers of flavor, while a sprinkle of cotija cheese adds a final touch of salty goodness. This recipe also includes variations to cater to different tastes, including a spicy version with chipotle peppers and a vegetarian version with crumbled queso fresco instead of cotija cheese. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a flavorful side dish, Mexican Grilled Corn is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and irresistible charm.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ELOTE (MEXICAN STREET CORN)



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Elote is classic Mexican street corn, grilled and slathered in an irresistible sauce. This recipe has an added bonus: built-in handles for easy eating!

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Side

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ears corn
1 tablespoon neutral oil (grapeseed, vegetable, sunflower - or substitute olive oil)
1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese or feta cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Lime wedges, for serving
Cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a grill to medium high.
  • Shuck the corn by peeling down the outside layers one at a time and keeping them attached, facing downwards away from the cob. When you've finished, use kitchen twine or string to tie the leaves together (see the photos).
  • Use your hands to rub oil on each corn cob evenly, then place them on a baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, feta or queso fresco (crumbling any large chunks into smaller chunks with your fingers), chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and kosher salt in small bowl.
  • Place the corn on the grill and cook until it begins to blacken, then turn. Cook about 12 to 15 minutes total, until blackened on all sides.
  • Place the corn back on the baking sheet and use a spoon to coat it with cheese mixture. Garnish with a squeeze of lime and torn cilantro leaves. Serve immediately, using the tied husks as a handle for easy eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 133.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, Cholesterol 14.8 mg

GRILLED MEXICAN STREET CORN (ELOTE)



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Slathered with a creamy, tangy sauce and dusted with chili powder and cotija cheese, this Mexican street corn takes your corn on the cob up a notch.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Vegetables & Sides

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's or Duke's
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, from 1 lime, plus lime wedges for serving
1 small clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon sugar
8 ears corn, shucked
1 cup finely crumbled cotija cheese (see note)
⅓ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Chipotle chile powder, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, salt, and sugar. Set aside.
  • Heat the grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Place the ears of corn directly on the grill (no need to oil the corn or the grill first). Grill the corn, covered, turning occasionally, until the corn is cooked through and lightly charred, about 10 minutes.
  • Let the corn sit for a few minutes until cool enough to handle. Combine the cotija cheese and cilantro on a large, flat plate. Using a pastry brush, coat each ear of corn with the mayonnaise/sour cream mixture and then lightly roll each ear in the cotija/cilantro mixture. Sprinkle each ear all over with a pinch of chipotle chili powder. Serve warm with lime wedges.
  • Note: Most large supermarkets carry cotija cheese (look for it near the Mexican cheeses or the feta cheese), but if you're unable to find it, feta cheese makes a good substitute.

Nutrition Facts :

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 GRILLED CORN



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ears corn
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 lime, juiced
Red chili powder, to taste
2 limes cut into wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Remove the husks of the corn but leave the core attached at the end so you have something to hold onto. Grill the corn on a hot grill or cast iron griddle pan until slightly charred. Turn it so it gets cooked evenly all over. Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream and cilantro together. Grate the Parmesan in another bowl. While the corn is still warm slather with mayonnaise mix. Squeeze lime juice over the corn and shower with Parmesan. Season with chili powder and serve with extra lime wedges.

MEXICAN GRILLED CORN -- ALMOST!



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We love authentic Mexican grilled corn, which calls for crema and queso fresco.When I don't have time to go to the Mexican food store, I use this almost authentic recipe using things I have at home. Courtesy of Cooks Illustrated who tell us that the recipe is close to what is sold by Mexican street vendors with more common ingredients -- spicy sweet, smoky and charred!. (I am giving directions for both charcoal and gas grills.) NOTE: If you do have queso fresco or Cotija, use either in place of the Romano cheese.

Provided by Mareesme

Categories     Corn

Time 32m

Yield 6 ears corn, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

vegetable oil cooking spray or vegetable oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, minced
1 garlic clove, minced (or pressed)
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
4 teaspoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
1/2 cup romano cheese, grated (about 1 oz.)
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
6 ears corn, husks and silk removed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Burn coals until all ignited and partially covered with ash, about 20 minutes Arrange coals in even layer over half of grill, leaving other half empty. Position cooking grate over coals, cover grill, and heat grate until hot, about 5 minutes Scrape grate clean and spray with vegetable spray. (Or wipe a cooking oil-soaked paper towel over grate.).
  • While grill is heating, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, garlic, 1/4 teaspoons chili powder, black pepper, cayenne (if using) lime juice and cheese in large bowl. Set aside.
  • In second large bowl, combine oil, salt and remaining 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; add corn and toss until coated evenly.
  • Grill corn over coals, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides, 7 to 12 minutes total. Remove from grill and place in bowl with mayonnaise mixture. Toss or brush to coat evenly.
  • Serve immediately.
  • FOR GAS GRILL:.
  • Turn all burners to high and heat grill with lid down until very hot, about 15 minutes Scrape and oil grate.
  • Proceed with recipe from Step 2, leaving burners on high and cooking corn with lid down.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.1, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 517.1, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.6, Protein 10.3

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

MEXICAN GRILLED CORN



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If corn on the cob is pure Americana, then this cheesy, chili-flecked Mexican rendition is pure genius. Try to use queso fresco or cotija, two Mexican cheeses that give a real-deal touch when swapped with the Parmesan in this recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan
4 ears corn, husks and silk removed, cut in half
1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon chili powder, preferably chipotle
1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Place cheese on a plate or in a shallow bowl; set aside.
  • Brush corn with butter, and season with salt and pepper. Grill, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until tender and slightly charred, 10 to 12 minutes; let cool 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Brush corn with mayonnaise, and roll in cheese to coat. Sprinkle with chili powder; serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g

GRILLED CORN, MEXICAN STYLE



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Not only is this recipe very easy, it results in the kind of deep flavor associated with the crunchy street corn of Mexico. In many parts of Mexico, though, that crunchiness is highlighted with a creamy chile-lime sauce. This is more unusual than the tried, true and unbeatable butter-salt-and-pepper combination, and only slightly more complicated. Just mix together mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lime juice, chile powder, salt and pepper. It's pretty authentic, and a combination that brings out the grilled flavor, and balances the sweetness of fresh corn perfectly.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ears of corn, husked
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
Salt
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill, with heat medium-high and rack about 4 inches from the fire. Put corn on grill and cook until kernels begin to char, about 5 minutes, then turn. Continue cooking and turning until all sides are slightly blackened.
  • Mix together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder and some salt and pepper in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lime juice or chili powder if you like. Serve corn with chili-lime mayo.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 322 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips for Making the Best Mexican Grilled Corn

  • Choose fresh corn on the cob. Look for ears with tightly packed kernels and no blemishes.
  • Soak the corn in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help prevent the corn from drying out.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  • Brush the corn with oil or butter. This will help prevent the corn from sticking to the grill.
  • Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. The corn should be slightly charred and tender.
  • Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • Serve the corn with your favorite toppings, such as butter, salt, pepper, lime juice, cilantro, or cotija cheese.

Conclusion

Mexican grilled corn is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its smoky flavor and addictive toppings, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're firing up the grill, don't forget to add some corn on the cob!

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