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STREET FOOD FAVORITE
Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)
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5.0 (120)|(2 Reviews)Charred whole corn on the cob slathered in Mexican crema, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime.
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By Megan Keno (Recipe Developer)•Published May 18, 2026
⏱ 15 mins
Megan Keno🔥 210 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- The authentic Mexican street food recipe ready in 15 minutes.
STREET FOOD FAVORITE
Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)
When we are far away from the lively celebrations of his hometown, my husband and I can relive the fun by grilling corn and making our own version of Mexican street corn in just a few minutes. The charred kernels and the tangy sauce really make this different from your everyday corn on the cob.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings4 servings
Scale Recipe:
📱Keep Screen Awake While Cooking
Ingredients
- 4 ears sweet corn, husked
- 1/4 cup Mexican crema or mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 tsp ancho chili powder & chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for squeezing
Directions
1
Grill corn
Grill corn directly over high heat for 10 minutes until blackened in spots.
2
Slather and coat
Slather hot corn with crema, roll in Cotija cheese, and dust with chili powder and cilantro.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Grill until deep char marks form for smoky authentic flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories210 kcal
Protein5g
Carbs20g
Total Fat14g
Sodium: 280mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
