Description
A vibrant and flavorful grilled corn on the cob with a bold sauce, inspired by Mexican street food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the cleaned ears on the grill.
- Grill the corn for about 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Watch for char marks and a tender kernel texture.
- Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Remove the corn from the grill once it is charred and tender.
- Coat each ear with the prepared sauce while the corn is hot.
- Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the sauced corn.
- Scatter chopped cilantro on top for a fresh note.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and reduce the mayonnaise. This dish pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: street corn, elote, grilled corn, Mexican recipes, summer recipes