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Corn: The Foundation of Mexican Cuisine | Chef Jade's Journey: Mexico

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Elote

Cultural Context

Elote is a popular street food in Mexico, often enjoyed at fairs and markets. It reflects the country's vibrant culinary culture, combining simple ingredients to create a flavorful dish. The tradition of serving corn on the cob with various toppings has been passed down through generations, making it a beloved snack for locals and visitors alike.

MexicanMXside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 ears corn on the cob
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and higher in protein.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta is lower in fat, while parmesan is often more affordable.

1

Prepare the corn on the cob for grilling.

2

Grill the corn on the cob until charred and tender.

3

Smother the grilled corn with cotija cheese.

4

Sprinkle chili powder over the cheese-covered corn.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixingspreading

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlbrush

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

Mexican Street CornElote Asado
Local Name: Elote

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