Mexican Street Corn
Elote, otherwise known as Mexican street corn, is grilled, covered in mayo, and then sprinkled with chili powder, Cotija and cilantro. A squeeze of lime juice is the perfect finishing touch
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Serving size: 6
Calories per serving: 177
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Serving size: 6
Calories per serving: 177
6 medium ears sweet corn
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
6 tablespoons Cotija cheese
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
lime wedges
Directions:
Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush corn with oil. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain.
Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. Peel back husks. Spread mayonnaise over each ear; sprinkle with chili powder, cojita cheese and cilantro. Squeeze lime wedges over corn before serving.
Source: tasteofhome.com
Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. Peel back husks. Spread mayonnaise over each ear; sprinkle with chili powder, cojita cheese and cilantro. Squeeze lime wedges over corn before serving.
Source: tasteofhome.com
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