Elote
Grilled corn on the cob slathered with mayo, rolled in cotija cheese, and dusted with chili powder and lime — kept whole on the cob, distinct from esquites, the same flavors served cut off the cob in a cup.
Vegetarian
⚠ Contains: Dairy, Egg. Always check your own ingredients — this isn't a guarantee for severe allergies.
Ingredients
- 4 ears corn, husked
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp chili powder or Tajin
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Steps
- Grill the corn over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until charred in spots on all sides.
- Insert a stick or skewer into each cob for a handle.
- Brush each ear generously with mayonnaise.
- Roll in the crumbled cotija cheese to coat evenly.
- Dust with chili powder and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top before serving.