Classic Mexican Street Corn
Classic Mexican Street Corn Recipe with grilled corn, creamy sauce, cheese, and lime for authentic elote flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 ears corn on the cob
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- Grill corn over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, turning until slightly charred.
- Alternatively, boil corn for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Brush warm corn with butter.
- Spread mayonnaise evenly over each ear of corn.
- Sprinkle cotija cheese over the corn.
- Drizzle lime juice on top.
- Sprinkle chili powder, salt, and optional seasonings.
- Add chopped cilantro and hot sauce if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Apply toppings while corn is warm for best results.
Use fresh lime juice for better flavor.
Substitute feta if cotija is unavailable.
Use fresh lime juice for better flavor.
Substitute feta if cotija is unavailable.