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Authentic Elote
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Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Cook Time
15
minutes
mins
Total Time
25
minutes
mins
Servings
6
Ingredients
6
ears
Corn
Husked and cleaned
1/2
cup
Mayonnaise
Full fat preferred
1/2
cup
Sour cream
Can substitute with Mexican crema
1/2
cup
Cotija cheese
Crumbled
1
tbsp
Chili powder
Or use a chili-lime seasoning blend
1/4
cup
Fresh cilantro
Finely chopped
2
whole
Limes
Cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400 degrees Fahrenheit).
Grill the husked ears for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally until charred on all sides.
In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise and sour cream until perfectly smooth.
Brush the cooked ears evenly with the creamy mixture.
Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese, chili powder, and chopped cilantro over the coated ears. Serve warm with lime wedges.