Description
This Elote Recipe serves up all the authentic flavors of Mexican street corn in a convenient cup form. Featuring tender corn simmered to perfection and tossed in a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy mayo-sour cream sauce, then topped with crumbly cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, chili powder, and a lime wedge for zesty brightness, this dish is perfect for casual gatherings or a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Corn:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 pound frozen whole-kernel corn
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon sriracha (or to taste)
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Lime salt (to taste, optional)
Toppings:
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- Chili powder (to taste)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Simmer the Corn: In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of sugar to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add 1 pound of frozen whole-kernel corn and cover with a lid. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the corn is cooked through and tender.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the corn is simmering, combine ¼ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, ½ teaspoon sriracha, kosher salt, and optional lime salt in a small bowl. Stir well to create a creamy, tangy, and spicy sauce.
- Drain and Cool the Corn: Once cooked, drain the corn thoroughly and return it to the saucepan. Allow it to cool for about 3 minutes.
- Mix Corn with Sauce: Add the prepared sriracha-mayo mixture to the warm corn and stir until the corn is evenly coated and combined.
- Assemble the Cups: Divide the coated corn evenly into 4 individual serving cups.
- Add Toppings: Top each cup with crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and dust lightly with chili powder.
- Serve: Garnish with a lime wedge on the side. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This elote in a cup is a fun and portable way to enjoy traditional Mexican street corn flavors.
- Adjust the sriracha to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Lime salt is optional but adds an authentic tangy and salty kick.
- Use fresh frozen or fresh corn for the best taste.
- Serve immediately after assembling to prevent the corn from becoming soggy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (1 serving)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 465 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
