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Flavorful Grilled Elote Mexican Street Corn Recipe with Cotija Cheese

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A smoky, creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy grilled Mexican street corn recipe topped with cotija cheese, perfect for summer BBQs and easy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • Fresh corn on the cob (husks removed)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)
  • Extra chili powder for dusting (optional)
  • Extra lime wedges for serving (optional)
  • Smoked paprika (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Remove the husks and silk from each ear of corn. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mix ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered with white ash.
  4. Brush each ear of corn with 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional).
  5. Place corn on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until evenly charred and golden brown spots appear.
  6. Remove corn from grill and immediately slather generously with the mayo-lime sauce.
  7. Sprinkle ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese evenly over each cob, pressing gently to help it stick.
  8. Dust with extra chili powder and squeeze additional lime wedges over the corn before serving if desired.

Notes

Keep a close watch on the corn while grilling to avoid burning; turn every 2-3 minutes. Mix the sauce just before grilling to keep it fresh. For dairy-free or vegan options, substitute mayo with vegan mayo and cotija cheese with crumbled tofu or nutritional yeast. Leftovers can be wrapped and refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated on a grill or pan.

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Keywords: grilled elote, Mexican street corn, cotija cheese, summer BBQ, grilled corn, easy side dish, smoky corn, creamy corn, spicy corn

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