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Mexican Street Corn Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from the bustling streets of Mexico, this salad captures the essence of elote, or Mexican street corn, traditionally served on skewers. It's a vibrant dish that celebrates fresh ingredients and bold flavors, often enjoyed at gatherings and festivals. Today, variations abound, with many enjoying it as a refreshing side dish at summer barbecues worldwide.

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6 servings
Servings4
6 ears of corn
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 jalapeño, seeded, small diced
1/2 red onion, diced
1 bell pepper, seeded, diced
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup Mexican crema
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
Zest of a lime
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp ground ancho chile
1/4 tsp ground chile de arbol
2/3 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
1/2 tsp kosher salt
To taste ground black pepper
4 corn tortillas
Avocado oil, for frying
1

Grill the corn until charred, about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.

2

Let the corn cool slightly, then cut the kernels off the cob into a large bowl.

3

Finely chop the red onion, jalapeño, and bell pepper, adding them to the bowl with corn.

4

Chop the cilantro and add it to the bowl.

5

In a separate bowl, mix the Mexican crema, mayonnaise, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, ground ancho chile, ground chile de arbol, salt, and black pepper.

6

Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to combine.

7

Crumble cotija cheese over the top and gently fold it into the salad.

8

Dice avocado and gently fold it into the salad just before serving.

9

Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlknifecutting board

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milk
Local Name: ensalada de elote callejero

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