Elote Mexican Street Corn - Deluxe Air Fryer - Adventures in Everyday Cooking

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar tangy flavor while being more accessible.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor while being more common.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can substitute for a similar acidity.

Trim the ends of the corn to fit in the air fryer.

Place the whole corn into the air fryer basket without oil.

Set the air fryer to 350°F and cook for 25 minutes.

In a bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and kosher salt until well combined.

Add crumbled feta cheese to the mixture and break up any large bits.

Add lime juice and freeze-dried cilantro to the mixture and mix well.

Once the corn is done, remove it from the air fryer and spread the mayonnaise mixture over the top.

Sprinkle with additional cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the corn.

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