Elote
Elote, also known as Mexican grilled corn, is a popular street food in Mexico. It is made by grilling corn on the cob and then slathering it with a delicious combination of mayonnaise, cheese, chili powder, and lime juice.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt - To taste
- Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cotija cheese - 1/4 cup, crumbled
- Mayonnaise - 1/4 cup
- Corn on the cob - 4 ears
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the husks and silk from the corn.
- Grill the corn for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until it is charred and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, lime juice, and salt.
- Brush the grilled corn with the mayonnaise mixture, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Sprinkle the corn with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 5g
