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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
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

  • 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.