Today we're talking all about how to make Mexican Street Corn, AKA Elotes! One of the best Mexican side dishes, we'll share tips for getting it on the table quickly.
Prep Time5mins
Cook Time10mins
Total Time15mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: corn recipes, mexican recipes, roasted vegetables, vegetable side dish
Servings: 2
Calories: 168kcal
Author: Julie Clark
Ingredients
2cornremove husks
2tablespoonsmayonnaise(or as desired)
2tablespoonssour cream(or equal parts if you use more mayo)
2teaspoonsTajin seasoning(or more as desired)
¼cupcotija cheese
Lime wedgesfor serving
Instructions
In a large pot add in about 6 cups of salted water. Bring to a boil and add in corn. Cover the pot, turn off the heat and allow the corn to sit in the hot water for 10 minutes.
Remove corn from the pot allow it to cool, and push a wooden skewer into the corn.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayo and sour cream.
Brush the mayonnaise mix generously on the sides of the corn.
Spoon Tajin seasoning over the corn, then sprinkle cotija cheese on top.
Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
The calories shown are based on the recipe making 2 ears of corn, with 1 serving being 1 ear of corn. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**