Elote Recipe (Mexican Street Corn)

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summer means BBQ Recipes and events, and Mexican Street Corn These days, it’s been my family’s go-to for nearly every holiday, carnival, or outing with the kids. This is a great alternative to all greasy fried foods!Although it looks complicated, it is actually very easy to make your own Elliott Cookbook (“corn” in Spanish) at home.it is Mexican My favorite to make on repeat – you can even make them on the stovetop if you don’t have a grill.

What is Elliott?

Elote literally means “corn” in Spanish, but the name usually refers to grilled corn coated with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and spicy spices. It is a popular street food in Mexico and the United States, and is also commonly referred to as Mexican street corn.

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section describes how to choose the best ingredients for an elote corn recipe, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• corn – I recommend sweet corn for this elot recipe, but technically any kind will do. You can use fresh corn on the cob, or even thawed frozen corn. If using fresh corn, remove the husks and silks.
• mayonnaise – I try to do homemade mayonnaise When I have time (it only takes 5 minutes!), but store-bought mayonnaise will do just fine.
• sour cream – For the most classic flavor, you can also use Mexican crema. Alternatively, Greek yogurt or crème fraiche will work too.
• lime juice – Lemon juice can also be substituted.freshly squeezed for optimal flavor, but bottled For convenience, if desired.
• paprika – This elot seasoning adds a spiciness to the dish and accentuates its flavour. If you like spice, you can substitute ancho chile powder, cayenne or tagine, or add a little hot sauce at the end.
• sea ​​salt
• coriander – Brightens creamy texture and smokiness. You can also use parsley.
• Cotija cheese – This is the best cheese choice and the most authentic, but you can substitute other types of cheese such as feta, queso fresco, or parmesan. Each adds a savory element to the corn, but will taste slightly different.
• lime wedge – You can also serve it with lemon wedges and Mexican street corn.

How to Make Mexican Street Corn

This section shows how to make an elote, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Prepare your grill or stove. preheat one to grill or bring a cauldron water boil.
2. Boil the corn. Grill the corn on all sides until charred, or (if boiling) simmer until tender.delete use clamp And let cool slightly before adding toppings.

Variation: Slather butter on corn!

I usually skip this because the mayonnaise based topping already adds a lot of flavor, but you can butter the corn before adding the topping if you like.

3. Blend the crema mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, paprika, and salt.

4. Smother the corn. Brush mayonnaise mixture onto each cob, covering all sides.
5. Add toppings. Sprinkle cotija cheese, cilantro and a little paprika over Mexican street corn. Serve your elot recipes with lime wedges!

Variations: Get Classy!

Esquites are like Mexican street corn in a cup. Simply remove the kernels and mix with the other ingredients in a separate cup.

storage instructions

• shop: If you have leftovers from this elot recipe, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Corn has a longer shelf life if you store it without toppings.
• Reheat: Simply microwave or heat in a 350°F oven.You can also reheat elot on the grill if you haven’t added the topping, or just use leftover corn to make Avocado Corn Salad.
• freeze: You can freeze boiled or grilled corn without toppings for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight before preparing this easy Mexican street corn recipe. Avoid freezing with toppings as the sauce will separate.

What to Serve with Mexican Street Corn

Grilled Mexican Street Corn is the perfect accompaniment to almost any entree. Pair with Mexican or Tex-Mex favorites to add extra flavor to your meal:

More Mexican Side Dish Recipes

There are so many fresh and delicious ways to serve a Mexican-inspired meal! Next make some simple dishes:

Elote Recipe (Mexican Street Corn)

You’ll love this easy recipe for elote (Mexican street corn) slathered with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and spicy spices. It only takes 20 minutes to complete!

Prepare: 10 minute

chef: 10 minute

all: 20 minute

Serving Size: 6 (Adjust according to recipe ratio)

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Baked version:

1. warm up to grill high fever 10-15 minutes.

2. Place corn directly on grates and grills 2-3 minutes Per side, rotate until charred on all sides.should take approx. 10 minutes total.

3. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly before adding toppings.

Boiled version:

1. bring one cauldron water boil.

2. Add corn to pot.Reduce heat to medium and bring to a boil 4-5 minutesuntil the corn is soft.

3. delete use clamp And let cool slightly before adding toppings.

Top (both versions):

1. In a medium sized bowl, brush Beat together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, paprika, and salt until smooth.

2. brush Spread mixture over each cob, covering all sides. (It will get a little messy, but it’s easiest to use a pastry brush to spread it evenly.)

3. Sprinkle each corn cob with cotija cheese, cilantro, and a little paprika.

4. Serve with lime wedges, if desired.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 ear of corn

Nutrition information does not include optional lime wedges.

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 203

fat 13.4 grams

protein 5.8 grams

total carbohydrates 18.1 grams

net carbs 16.2 grams

fiber 1.9 grams

sugar 5.9 grams

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