Chicago Style Elote
This is a delicious and popular street food in Chicago, also known as Mexican street corn. It's grilled corn on the cob, slathered with a creamy spread and sprinkled with a cheesy, chili powder topping.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt - To taste
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime - 1, cut into wedges
- Chili powder - 1 tablespoon
- Cotija cheese - 1 cup, crumbled
- Mayonnaise - 1/2 cup
- Corn on the cob - 4 ears
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until it's cooked and slightly charred, about 10 minutes.
- Spread a layer of mayonnaise on each ear of corn.
- Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese evenly over the corn.
- Dust the corn with the chili powder and a pinch of salt.
- Squeeze a lime wedge over each ear of corn.
- Garnish with the chopped cilantro.
- Serve the elote immediately, with extra lime wedges on the side.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Snack
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 27g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Sugar: 6g
