If you've never tried Mexican elote—or never tried making it at home—you HAVE to make this recipe! Sweet and smoky grilled corn is smothered with mayo, chile, lime, and cheese. You won't find a more delicious side dish or snack.
Ingredient
4 ears Grilled Corn
⅓ cup mayonnaise*
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
½ teaspoon lime zest
½ teaspoon chili powder or ancho chile powder
⅓ cup Cotija cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Sea salt, to taste
Direction
Grill the corn according to this recipe.
In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and lime juice and zest.
Spread the mayo mixture over the corn and sprinkle with the chili powder, Cotija, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and serve with lime wedges for squeezing.