Mexican Street Corn: A Delicious and Flavorful Delight
Mexican street corn, also known as elote, is a popular and mouthwatering street food in Mexico. This delectable treat is made from grilled corn on the cob, slathered with a creamy and tangy mixture of mayonnaise, cheese, chili powder, and lime juice. It’s a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more. And it’s one of my favorite unique pairings for quesadillas.
In this article, we’ll make an even better version of that bomb street corn you got from that food truck one time!
Sweet and Spicy Mexican Street Corn
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn husked
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese feta cheese can be a substitute
- 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro optional
- 1 lime cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill husked corn directly on grates, turning occasionally, until cooked and slightly charred, about 10-12 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream or Mexican crema, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Brush each grilled corn ear evenly with the sauce mixture using a pastry brush or spoon.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese generously over each ear of corn. Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro on top for added flavor.
- Serve hot with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the corn before eating. Enjoy your delicious Mexican street corn (elote) as a flavorful and satisfying snack or side dish!
Variations of Mexican Street Corn
While the classic elote recipe is undeniably delicious, there are several variations of Mexican street corn that you can experiment with to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few popular ones:
Esquites
Esquites is a deconstructed version of elote, where the corn kernels are removed from the cob and mixed with the same ingredients as traditional street corn. It’s typically served in a cup and enjoyed with a spoon.
Grilled Mexican Street Corn Salad
For a refreshing twist, you can cut the grilled corn kernels off the cob and mix them with cherry tomatoes, red onions, avocado, lime juice, and cilantro to create a flavorful salad.
Street corn, with its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, is a culinary delight that has captivated food enthusiasts around the world. Whether you stick to the classic elote recipe or explore its various variations, this street food favorite is sure to satisfy your cravings.
So fire up that grill, gather your ingredients, and treat yourself to a taste of Mexico!
