MEXICAN STREET CORN (ELOTES)


I was able to find cotija cheese at publix but sometimes it can be hard to find.  It tastes like a 50/50 blend of feta and parmesan cheese to me.  If you cannot find it you can substitute it with either one or the other or a combination of those two cheeses!

6-8 ears sweet corn
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise 
1/2 cup minced cilantro (save a bit for garnish)
minced garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
juice and zest from 1 lime
1/2 cup cotija cheese (can substitute feta/parmesan)

Mix together sour cream, mayo, cilantro, garlic, pepper and lime juice and zest. Set aside for several hours to allow flavors to meld together.

Grill corn for about 3 minutes each side.

Coat each ear of corn generously with cream mixture, sprinkle cheese on and a little extra chipotle pepper, if desired.


No corn on the cob?  No problem!

frozen bag of corn, thawed
plus all ingredients above

Mix together sour cream, mayo, cilantro, garlic, pepper and lime juice and zest. Set aside for several hours to allow flavors to meld together.

Drain corn and pat dry as best you can with paper towels.  Spread out on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes at 375°.  Keep an eye on it as to not dry out the corn but should be slightly browned.

Scoop corn into a large serving bowl or into individual ones.  Top with sauce, cheese, ground chipotle pepper, cilantro and a lime wedge.



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