Best 4 Mexican Hot Corn Recipes

**Mexican Hot Corn: A Taste of Street Food Delights**

Savory, spicy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Mexican hot corn, also known as Elote, is a beloved street food delicacy that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. This tantalizing dish features tender corn on the cob slathered in a luscious spread of mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and a sprinkle of chili powder. Indulge in the authentic flavors of Mexico with our curated collection of Mexican hot corn recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic treat. From the traditional method to variations that incorporate unique ingredients, discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings for this irresistible snack.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

RICH MEXICAN CORN

Rich Mexican Corn image

This recipe came from my step-mom in Dallas, Texas. They like it hot so they put in a few extra jalapenos.

Provided by FITZGIBJ

Categories Side Dish Casseroles Corn Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup butter
½ cup milk
1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn
1 red bell pepper, diced
8 fresh jalapeno peppers, diced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the cream cheese and butter, and mix with the milk until smooth and bubbly.
In a medium casserole dish, mix the frozen corn, red bell pepper, and jalapeno peppers. Pour in the cream cheese mixture, and toss to coat.
Bake 35 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 62.5 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 173.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

HOT CORN DIP

Hot Corn Dip image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

Cooking spray or butter, to grease
Two 11-ounce cans Mexican corn, drained
Two 4.5-ounce cans chopped green chiles, drained
2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 8 ounces)
2/3 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup mayonnaise
Corn chips, for dipping

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9- 13- by 2-inch casserole dish. In a medium bowl, mix the corn, chiles, cheeses and mayonnaise until fully combined. Spread the mixture in the prepared casserole dish and bake, uncovered, until bubbly around the edges, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve the dip warm from the oven with corn chips.

MEXICAN HOT CORN

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This is a great snack available in front of Mexican grocery stores in our area. Another variant is to sautee frozen corn nibblets with all of the ingredients and peppers.

Provided by spaceace

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 ears corn, boiled or grilled
melted butter
mayonnaise
chili powder or cayenne pepper
parmesan cheese

Steps:

Brush corn with melted butter, then mayonnaise, then sprinkle on chili and cheese.

HOT MEXICAN CORNBREAD

Hot Mexican Cornbread image

Make and share this Hot Mexican Cornbread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Belly Up With Bob

Categories Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup cornmeal (yellow or blue)
1 cup milk, sweet
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can creamed corn
2 eggs, well beaten
1 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

Mix all of the ingredients together, except the oil, and reserve half of the cheese for toping.
Put the oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat until hot.
Pour over cornmeal mixture in bowl.
Stir fast to melt cheese.
Pour mixture into hot skillet and top with remaining cheese.
Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 86.9, Sodium 593.2, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 12.1

Tips:

Use fresh corn on the cob. This will give your esquites the best flavor and texture.
Roast the corn before removing the kernels. This will help to develop the corn's flavor and make it easier to remove the kernels.
Use a sharp knife to remove the kernels from the cob. This will help to prevent the kernels from becoming mushy.
Add your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for esquites include chili powder, lime juice, queso fresco, cilantro, and sour cream.
Serve esquites immediately. This dish is best enjoyed fresh.

Conclusion:

Esquites is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or main course. It is a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob, and it is also a healthy and affordable option. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give esquites a try!

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