Mexican Street Corn (2024)

Mexican Street Corn, traditionally known as Elote, is the best corn recipe for the summer. Mexican street corn 🌽 is incredibly delicious, so easy to make, and a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults. It will blow everyone away at your next barbecue or gathering. It is creamy, tangy, and a little sweet: everything you want in a summer salad recipe and more. I don’t know if this recipe is traditional by any means as I am not from 🇲🇽 Mexico but please do let me know in the comments how you make your Mexican street corn. I love learning from you all.

Why You’ll Love Mexican Street Corn

This is my version of Mexican Street Corn. Made with summer-fresh 🌽 corn on the cob, they’re slathered with mayonnaise, seasoned with chili powder and fresh lime juice and sprinkled all over with salty Cotija cheese and fresh 🌿 cilantro. These may be messy to eat, but so worth it. Mexican Street Corn is the perfect summertime side dish and a must on your table.

How to Prepare Mexican Street Corn

🔥 Preheat the barbecue to medium-high heat.

🥑 Now, brush each ear of corn with some avocado oil.

⏲️ Grill the corn for 15 to 20 minutes, turning the corn every few minutes, until charred on all sides.

🌡️ Now, remove the corn and let it cool. Once the corn has cooled, insert a skewer into one end, pushing it towards the middle.

🌶️ Next, in a bowl, mix the mayo, chili powder and lime juice.

🖌️ Brush the corn all over with the mayo mixture and then roll it in grated cotija cheese.

🌿 Finally, sprinkle with Tajín and cilantro and enjoy.

Variations and Substitutions for Mexican Street Corn

1. I grilled my corn but it can also be boiled as well.
2. If you cannot find Cotija cheese you can use grated Parmesan instead but make sure it is good quality Parmigiano Reggiano.
3. If you don’t like 🌿 cilantro feel free to use parsley instead.
4. You can substitute the mayo with Greek yogurt or sour cream for a tangier flavor.
5. Traditionally, I believe the chili powder is sprinkled on top of the mayo and the lime juice is squeezed into the corn but I like to 🥣 mix it all together.
6. Tajín is a delicious chili lime seasoning that you can find online or in practically any grocery store now. If you can’t find Tajín you can absolutely leave it out, or sub with a bit of lime zest.

Best Served With

• Any grilled main dish, such as The Best Carne Asada (Flat-Iron Steak) or my 5 Ingredient Crispy Lime Chicken.
• A variety of Mexican-inspired side dishes, such as Avocado Hummus, Best Ever Guacamole or Roasted Tomato Salsa.
• This Mexican Street Corn would be amazing served on a taco bar with all the fixings.

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