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Mexican Street Corn

Cultural Context

Mexican street corn, or elote, is a popular street food in Mexico, often sold by vendors at fairs and markets. The dish reflects the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine, combining sweet corn with creamy, tangy, and spicy elements. It has gained popularity in various regions, especially in the United States, where it is often served at summer barbecues and food festivals.

MexicanMXside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
corn on the cob
1 tablespoon butter
mayonnaise
sour cream
parmesan cheese
lime juice
chili powder
paprika
cayenne
salt
tahin
Valentina hot sauce

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides a creamy texture with fewer calories.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta cheese is lower in fat and can be more accessible.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor with health benefits.

1

Remove the husk and silk from the corn on the cob.

2

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the corn.

3

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

4

Wrap the corn in foil and place it in the oven for 1 hour.

5

After 1 hour, remove the foil from the corn.

6

Spread mayonnaise and sour cream on the corn.

7

Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top of the corn.

8

Add lime juice and season with chili powder, paprika, cayenne, and salt to taste.

9

Optionally, drizzle with tahin and Valentina hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixingspreading

Equipment Needed

ovenfoil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairycorn

Also Known As

EloteGrilled Corn on the Cob
Local Name: elote

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