How to Make Skillet Mexican Street Corn - A Step-by-Step Guide

Skillet Mexican street corn, also known as elote, is a popular and delicious dish that is a staple of Mexican street food. It is made with fresh corn on the cob that is grilled and then slathered with a creamy, tangy sauce made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a variety of flavorful spices and seasonings. This dish is a perfect side dish for any Mexican-themed meal and is also great for summer barbecues and cookouts.

The combination of the smoky, charred flavor of the grilled corn and...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • ¼ cup minced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground coriander

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Spread frozen corn evenly across the skillet; do not stir. Cook corn for approximately 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and coriander in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Check the corn; it should be slightly charred. If not, allow to continue cooking for 4 more minutes (stirring is fine at this point.)
  • Once corn is sufficiently browned/charred, transfer to the bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Add cotija cheese, red onion, and cilantro and mix until well combined. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    193 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 156mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 265mg