Mexican Elotes

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Spice up the flavor of your fresh corn on the cob with this recipe for Mexican Elotes. Every ear of corn is carefully coated with the perfect blend of spices to provide the perfect zesty taste.

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What Are Elotes

Whether you’ve had Mexican corn before or are trying it for the first time, you don’t have to visit a restaurant to enjoy the incredible taste of a popular dish. With this recipe for Mexican Elotes (or street corn), you can prepare the most flavorful corn you’ve ever tried.

I love when corn season rolls around here on our farm. We grow a lot of sweet corn, for both wholesale and retail, and it is one of the highlights of our growing season.

Why You’ll Love Mexican Elotes

• The corn is loaded with flavor from the various ingredients added to it, including cotija cheese and Mexican crema
• It’s easy to prepare these delicious Elotes! You don’t have to spend too much time in the kitchen to assemble them before serving.
• You can pair Mexican Elotes with just about anything else you’re serving, such as steaks, burgers, hot dogs, and more!

Mexican Elote Ingredients

If you’re ready to prepare this delicious corn appetizer, you will need the following ingredients:

• Corn on the Cob – Use around four ears of corn. Be sure to remove the husks before you get started. You won’t need them for this recipe.
• Cotija Cheese – The cotija cheese is a classic addition to the Elote-style corn. It adds a naturally delicious taste to the corn.
• Mexican Crema – You can’t prepare an authentic Mexican Elote without the crema! 
• Mayo – Use around ⅓ cup of mayo on your corn on the cob.
• Cilantro – Chop your cilantro into small pieces and then add it to the crema, cheese, and mayo.
• Tajin – A bit of tajin seasoning adds the perfect finishing touch to your Mexican Elote!

Elote Kitchen Essentials

• Large Pot
• Cutting Board
• Mixing Bowl
• Kitchen Knives
• Basting Brush

Recipe Notes

• If you don’t have the cotija cheese to use on your Elote, you can replace it with parmesan cheese, which is similar.
• Some people like to add a bit of butter or margarine spread to their corn with mayo, crema, and cheese. Feel free to do so!
• You can follow this recipe using any type of corn on the cob, whether it’s white, yellow, or a combination of both.

Mexican Elotes FAQs

What type of mayo should I use when preparing the Mexican Elotes?

Any brand and flavor of mayo will work when you’re following this recipe. Hellman’s and Duke’s are two good options.

What does tajin taste like?

If you’ve never tasted tajin, it’s a zesty, slightly salty spice that pairs well with the corn, crema, and other ingredients. It’s not a spicy seasoning, so you don’t have to worry about the Mexican Elote tasting too spicy when you eat it.

Where can I find the Mexican crema to use?

Most grocery stores will carry the crema. You should be able to find it at your local Wal-Mart or even Target. If not, you can order it from Amazon!

Who says you need to go to a Mexican restaurant to enjoy the delicious taste of Mexican Elotes? With this recipe, you can easily prepare the Elotes at home and serve them with some of your favorite foods. They’re the perfect addition to any BBQ!

Try These Easy Corn Recipes

• Fiesta Corn Dip
• Chicken Corn Chowder
• Cajun Roasted Corn
• Corn & Tomato Salad
• Roasted Corn & Black Bean Salsa

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Yield: 4 Ears

Mexican Elotes

Spice up the flavor of your fresh corn on the cob with this recipe for Mexican Elotes. Every ear of corn is carefully coated with the perfect blend of spices to provide the perfect zesty taste.

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Ingredients

• 4 corns on the cob, husk removed
• ½ cup cotija cheese
• 1/3 cup Mexican crema
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp tajin seasoning

Instructions

1. Bring a pot with water to boil. Boil the corn for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
2. In a bowl, add the Mexican crema, mayonnaise, and lime juice. Mix until well combined. Set aside.
3. Chop the cilantro, set aside.
4. When the corn is cooked, remove from the pot, let slightly cook off.
5. Brush the Mexican crema mixture over the corn.
6. Add cotija cheese, tajin seasoning and cilantro.
   

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