Elote
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Elote, a beloved Mexican street treat that transforms sweet corn into a mouthwatering masterpiece! Slathered with creamy mayonnaise and zesty lime juice, then topped with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro, this dish is a fiesta for your taste buds. Perfect for summer barbecues or a cozy night in, it’s a delicious way to savor the essence of Mexico!
Prep
15
min
Cook
10
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- cilantro (120 ml)
- lime juice (30 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- cotija cheese (240 ml)
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- mayonnaise (240 ml)
📦Other(1)
- crema (240 ml)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
174
Protein
2g
Carbs
1g
Fat
18g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix crema and mayonnaise together.
- 2
Spread the mixture over the corn.
- 3
Cover the corn heavily with cotija cheese.
- 4
Squeeze lime juice all over the corn.
- 5
Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mix crema and mayonnaise at a 1:1 ratio by weight rather than volume, then warm the mixture to 45-50°C before applying to hot corn so the emulsion stays cohesive and coats evenly without breaking.technique1:1 ratio by weight, 45-50°C
- ✓Apply the crema-mayo mixture to corn immediately after grilling while the surface is still 65-70°C so the heat helps the dairy fat penetrate the kernel crevices and reduces sliding.timing65-70°C corn temperature
- ✓Crumble cotija cheese to 3-4mm pieces rather than grating; the irregular surface area and larger particle size create pockets that trap the lime juice and prevent the cheese from becoming a paste when moisture from steam condenses.technique3-4mm crumble size
- ✓Juice the lime immediately before serving and apply at a 1:4 ratio of lime juice to crema-mayo mixture by volume; the citric acid (pH 2-3) emulsifies the dairy fats and brightens flavors within 30 seconds.ingredient1:4 lime juice ratio, pH 2-3
- ✓Add cilantro as the final step within 2 minutes of serving because chlorophyll compounds oxidize rapidly at temperatures above 60°C, causing color loss and bitter off-flavors.timing2 minutes before serving
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Prep
15
min
Cook
10
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Elote
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Elote, a beloved Mexican street treat that transforms sweet corn into a mouthwatering masterpiece! Slathered with creamy mayonnaise and zesty lime juice, then topped with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro, this dish is a fiesta for your taste buds. Perfect for summer barbecues or a cozy night in, it’s a delicious way to savor the essence of Mexico!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- cilantro (120 ml)
- lime juice (30 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- cotija cheese (240 ml)
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- mayonnaise (240 ml)
📦Other(1)
- crema (240 ml)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
174
Protein
2g
Carbs
1g
Fat
18g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix crema and mayonnaise together.
- 2
Spread the mixture over the corn.
- 3
Cover the corn heavily with cotija cheese.
- 4
Squeeze lime juice all over the corn.
- 5
Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Mix crema and mayonnaise at a 1:1 ratio by weight rather than volume, then warm the mixture to 45-50°C before applying to hot corn so the emulsion stays cohesive and coats evenly without breaking.technique1:1 ratio by weight, 45-50°C
- ✓Apply the crema-mayo mixture to corn immediately after grilling while the surface is still 65-70°C so the heat helps the dairy fat penetrate the kernel crevices and reduces sliding.timing65-70°C corn temperature
- ✓Crumble cotija cheese to 3-4mm pieces rather than grating; the irregular surface area and larger particle size create pockets that trap the lime juice and prevent the cheese from becoming a paste when moisture from steam condenses.technique3-4mm crumble size
- ✓Juice the lime immediately before serving and apply at a 1:4 ratio of lime juice to crema-mayo mixture by volume; the citric acid (pH 2-3) emulsifies the dairy fats and brightens flavors within 30 seconds.ingredient1:4 lime juice ratio, pH 2-3
- ✓Add cilantro as the final step within 2 minutes of serving because chlorophyll compounds oxidize rapidly at temperatures above 60°C, causing color loss and bitter off-flavors.timing2 minutes before serving