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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

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A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring sweet corn coated in a creamy, spicy dressing, topped with cheese and fresh herbs.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups corn kernels
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup cotija cheese
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare your corn by ensuring it is dry. You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
  3. Add the corn to the dressing in the bowl and mix until well coated.
  4. Gently fold in the cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
  5. For garnish, add a sprinkle of lime juice and extra chili powder if you like it spicy.
  6. Serve immediately for the best flavor, or chill for about 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.

Notes

Serve as a delicious side dish or snack. Adjust chili powder to personal taste. Can be made vegan with appropriate substitutions.

  • Author: elfassimaryam243gmail-com
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
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