Mexican Corn on the Cob (Elote)
Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Mexico with this authentic Elote recipe! Grilled corn, charred to perfection, is lavishly adorned with creamy mayonnaise, tangy lime, and salty cotija cheese. A symphony of flavors in every bite!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
29 g
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Cholesterol
53 mg
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Fiber
4 g
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Protein
8 g
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Saturated Fat
12 g
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Sodium
368 mg
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Sugar
5 g
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Fat
29 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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Prepare your mise en place: Gather all ingredients and have them readily available. (5 minutes)
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Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Ensure the grates are clean for optimal charring. (10 minutes)
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Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until kernels are heated through and lightly charred on all sides. (7-10 minutes)
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While the corn is still hot, roll it in the melted butter to coat evenly. (2 minutes)
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Generously spread mayonnaise over the buttered corn. (3 minutes)
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Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the mayonnaise-coated corn, ensuring even coverage. (2 minutes)
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Serve immediately with lime wedges. Squeeze lime juice over the corn just before eating for a burst of citrusy freshness. (5 minutes)
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of chili powder or smoked paprika to the mayonnaise.
If you don't have a grill, you can roast the corn in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.
Feel free to substitute queso fresco for cotija cheese if preferred. Adjust the amount of cheese according to your taste.
Make sure to grill corn directly to make it lightly charred.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.8/ 5 ( 365 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
Javier Roberts
Apr 10, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The corn was perfectly charred and the combination of butter, mayo, and cotija is divine.
Keshaun Howe
Dec 12, 2024I doubled the recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.
Audie Berge
Dec 5, 2024My family loved this! Even my picky eaters devoured it. I added a little bit of chili powder for a kick.
Georgiana Strosin
Feb 14, 2024I've made Elote before, but this recipe takes it to another level. The tip about grilling in the husks is genius!
Cedrick Wuckert
Jan 6, 2024So easy to make and incredibly delicious. I'll definitely be making this again!
Ari Bashirian
Sep 15, 2023I used queso fresco instead of cotija and it was still amazing! Thanks for the great recipe.
Rowland Keebler
Aug 25, 2023This is the best Elote recipe I've ever tried! The instructions were clear and easy to follow.