Flavorful Elote Recipe Easy Creamy Cotija Lime Mexican Street Corn
A quick and easy Mexican street corn recipe featuring grilled corn slathered in a creamy cotija-lime sauce with a hint of smoky char. Perfect for casual cookouts or a cozy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
- ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (full-fat or dairy-free)
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- A pinch of ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Husk the corn and remove all silky threads. Brush each ear lightly with melted butter.
- Grill the corn, turning every 2-3 minutes, for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown spots and some blackened kernels appear.
- While the corn grills, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, crumbled cotija, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Remove the grilled corn and let cool slightly. Generously slather the creamy cotija sauce over each ear.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the coated corn for garnish and serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
Apply the sauce while the corn is warm but not piping hot for better adhesion. Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. Adjust chili powder to your heat preference. If grilling is unavailable, roast corn in the oven at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 2.5
- Protein: 7
Keywords: elote, Mexican street corn, cotija cheese, creamy lime sauce, grilled corn, easy side dish, summer recipe