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Butter Lime Roasted Corn

Cultural Context

Butter Lime Roasted Corn, often known as Elote, is a popular street food in Mexico, celebrated for its vibrant flavors and textures. Traditionally served on a stick, this dish combines the sweetness of corn with the tanginess of lime and the richness of cheese, making it a favorite at fairs and outdoor gatherings. In modern cuisine, variations abound, with many enjoying it grilled or roasted, enhancing its smoky flavor, and it's embraced globally, especially during summer barbecues.

MexicanMXside
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 ounces fire roasted corn
1 and a half cups water
butter
half lime
salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or red chili powder

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar crumbly texture with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a rich flavor.

1

Boil 1 and a half cups of water in a pot.

2

Open a bag of frozen fire roasted corn and use half of it, which is 8 ounces.

3

Add the corn to the boiling water and cover to simmer for 5 to 6 minutes.

4

Strain the corn to remove the water after simmering.

5

Add butter to the hot corn and mix until melted.

6

Add half a teaspoon of salt and mix well.

7

Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red chili powder over the corn and mix to distribute evenly.

8

Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the corn and mix quickly to combine while the corn is hot.

Cooking Techniques

roasting

Equipment Needed

potstrainer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

EloteMexican Street Corn
Local Name: elote asado con mantequilla y lima

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