Description
Corn on the cob prepared Mexican style, known as elotes, is a delicious and popular street food in many Latin American countries. This dish is not only tasty but also easy to prepare, making it a great choice for summer barbecues or as a delightful snack. You can serve these alongside other fantastic dishes like Mexican street corn chicken for a full feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Grill the corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and chili powder to create the sauce.
- Once the corn is grilled, spread the mayo mixture over each ear of corn, then sprinkle with cotija cheese and salt.
- Garnish with cilantro if desired, and serve hot.