How to Make Mexican Grilled Corn - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexican grilled corn, also known as elotes, is a popular street food in Mexico and a delicious side dish for any summer barbecue or outdoor gathering. This savory and flavorful dish is made with fresh corn on the cob, grilled to perfection and then slathered with a creamy and tangy mixture of mayonnaise, Mexican crema, and cotija cheese, and then topped with a sprinkle of chili powder and a squeeze of lime juice. It's a must-try for anyone who loves bold and zesty flavors.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 8 ears corn on the cob, husked
  • ¼ cup butter, melted, or as needed
  • ½ cup freshly grated cotija cheese
  • 1 pinch salt, or to taste
  • 1 lime, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, ancho chile powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl; whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil corn in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain the corn.
  • Place ears of corn on hot grill and cook until the kernels begin to brown and caramelize, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn corn and continue to cook, turning ears after 1 to 2 minutes, until they are browned with slightly charred, caramelized spots.
  • Generously brush corn with melted butter and ancho-lime mayonnaise until kernels are coated. Sprinkle ears with cotija cheese and salt. Garnish with slices of lime.
  • Nutrition

    265 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 246mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 298mg