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Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Elote Recipe Easy Creamy Spicy Sauce

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A quick and easy Mexican street corn recipe featuring smoky grilled corn slathered in a creamy, tangy, and spicy sauce with a touch of lime and smoked paprika.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C).
  2. Husk the ears of corn, removing all silk threads. Rinse and pat dry.
  3. Brush each ear evenly with melted butter.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Place the buttered ears directly on the grill grates or pan. Turn every 2-3 minutes to char evenly on all sides for 10-12 minutes until golden-brown with some blackened spots.
  6. Remove corn from grill and immediately slather the creamy spicy sauce all over each ear while still hot.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese generously over the sauced corn.
  8. Top with chopped fresh cilantro for garnish.
  9. Serve immediately hot off the grill.

Notes

If you don’t have a grill, roast corn in the oven at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway. For vegan versions, substitute mayo and sour cream with vegan alternatives, use olive oil instead of butter, and vegan cheese instead of queso fresco. Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level. Use hands to sprinkle cheese for better adhesion and rustic look.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn, elote, creamy spicy sauce, grilled corn, smoky corn, easy Mexican recipe, summer side dish

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