How to Make Elote Dip - A Step-by-Step Guide

Elote, also known as Mexican street corn, is a classic and beloved dish that is a popular snack in Mexico. This delicious treat is made by grilling corn on the cob and then slathering it with a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, and Mexican spices. It is then topped with cotija cheese and a squeeze of lime juice. The flavors of the charred corn, creamy sauce, and tangy cheese create a perfect harmony of taste that is hard to resist.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Mexican crema (cream)
  • 1 medium lime, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 (10 ounce) package corn kernels, thawed
  • ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 small serrano pepper, finely chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Stir Mexican crema, lime juice, mayonnaise, cayenne pepper, salt, and cumin together in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Add corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, and serrano pepper. Mix until well combined.
  • Nutrition

    182 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 503mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 125mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 200mg