Mexican Street Corn

Here’s a classic and easy Mexican Street Corn (Elote) recipe:

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🌽 Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Ingredients:

• 4 ears of corn, husked

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter (for grilling)

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise

• 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema

• 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta as a sub)

• 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)

• 1 teaspoon chili powder (or Tajín for extra zing)

• Juice of 1 lime

• Chopped cilantro (for garnish)

• Extra lime wedges (for serving)

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Instructions:

1. Grill the Corn:
   Brush corn with oil or butter. Grill over medium-high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through.

2. Make the Sauce:
   In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic (if using), and half the lime juice.

3. Assemble:
   Once corn is done, brush generously with the mayo mixture. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese all over. Dust with chili powder or Tajín.

4. Garnish:
   Squeeze fresh lime juice on top and finish with chopped cilantro.

5. Serve:
   Serve warm with extra lime wedges on the side.