Elote Mexican Grilled Corn
Elote Mexican Grilled Corn is a sweet, spicy and smoky flavor combination. Served in a cup or on the cob, it's perfect for summer grilled fare.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
- 4 ears corn on the cob
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- juice from 1 lime
- ½ cup cotija cheese, plus more for topping
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro, plus more for topping
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp Tajín
- lime wedges, for serving
- Salt and Pepper
Shuck the ears of corn, removing any hairy fibers.
Brush the corn on all sides with vegetable oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. and put on the grill
Rotate halfway through, until kernels are shiny and plump and tops are beginning to char on each side.
In the meantime, mix together the crema, mayonnaise, lime juice, cheese, cilantro, and chili powder in a small bowl
Once the corn is cooked through and charred on top, remove it from the grill. Brush a generous amount of the crema mixture onto each cob, then sprinkle with cilantro and cotija. Sprinkle a pinch of Tajín on each cob and serve with lime wedges.