Elotemexican Grilled Corn Recipes

ELOTE (MEXICAN GRILLED CORN ON THE COB)

Steps:

• Peel back the husks to loosen them from the corn. Do not remove husks. Soak the corn in cold water for 20 minutes.
• Prepare a medium hot grill (about 350 degrees F).
• Peel back the husks leaving at least two outer layers attached at the end. Remove the silk and pull the husks back up. Tie with cooking twine or a piece of husk (not too tightly so that steam can be relased during grilling).
• Place the ears on the grill. Cover grill. Cook for 20 minutes, turning ears every 5 minutes for even cooking. The corn is done with the kernels are soft. Be careful not to over-cook or the corn will be mushy.
• While the ears are grilling, make the spread. In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, sour cream, ancho chili pepper, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine.
• Spread a thin layer of the cheese on a plate or sheet of aluminum foil.
• Handle the grilled corn with caution because they will be hot. Safety first to avoid burns.
• Peel back and remove the husk from an ear of corn. Brush the spread on the corn. Roll the coated corn in the cheese. Repeat process with remaining corn.
• Serve immediately with additional ancho chile pepper and lime wedges. Squeeze the lime over the corn and sprinkle with more pepper if desired.

ELOTE (MEXICAN STREET CORN)

Steps:

• Heat a grill to medium high.
• Shuck the corn by peeling down the outside layers one at a time and keeping them attached, facing downwards away from the cob. When you've finished, use kitchen twine or string to tie the leaves together (see the photos).
• Use your hands to rub oil on each corn cob evenly, then place them on a baking sheet.
• In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, feta or queso fresco (crumbling any large chunks into smaller chunks with your fingers), chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and kosher salt in small bowl.
• Place the corn on the grill and cook until it begins to blacken, then turn. Cook about 12 to 15 minutes total, until blackened on all sides.
• Place the corn back on the baking sheet and use a spoon to coat it with cheese mixture. Garnish with a squeeze of lime and torn cilantro leaves. Serve immediately, using the tied husks as a handle for easy eating.

GRILLED MEXICAN STREET CORN (ELOTE)

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, salt, and sugar. Set aside.
• Heat the grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Place the ears of corn directly on the grill (no need to oil the corn or the grill first). Grill the corn, covered, turning occasionally, until the corn is cooked through and lightly charred, about 10 minutes.
• Let the corn sit for a few minutes until cool enough to handle. Combine the cotija cheese and cilantro on a large, flat plate. Using a pastry brush, coat each ear of corn with the mayonnaise/sour cream mixture and then lightly roll each ear in the cotija/cilantro mixture. Sprinkle each ear all over with a pinch of chipotle chili powder. Serve warm with lime wedges.
• Note: Most large supermarkets carry cotija cheese (look for it near the Mexican cheeses or the feta cheese), but if you're unable to find it, feta cheese makes a good substitute.

ELOTE GRILLED CORN

Steps:

• Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic and lime juice in small bowl. Combine cheese and chili powder in another small bowl.
• Spread mayo mixture onto warm ears of corn. Sprinkle with cheese mixture. Serve warm.

SKILLET ELOTE (MEXICAN STREET CORN)

Steps:

• Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder together in a bowl until evenly combined. Set aside.
• Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook for 5 minutes without stirring. Toss around with a spatula and cook until corn has started to brown, about 3 minutes more. Remove from heat.
• Add reserved mayonnaise mixture and stir until evenly combined. Add cilantro and stir again. Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle cotija cheese over the top.

ELOTE (MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB)

Steps:

• Prepare grill.
• Combine mayo and juice (if using) in a small bowl.
• Combine cheese and seasonings in another small bowl.
• Place corn on grill rack that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
• Grill corn 12 minutes or until tender, turning frequently.
• Remove from grill and brush with mayo mixture, and sprinkle with cheese mixture.
• Serve immediately.