Description
Elote (Mexican Street Corn) Cups offer a delightful twist on the classic street food, bringing together sweet, grilled corn, creamy sauces, and zesty toppings in a convenient cup. Perfect for gatherings or casual snacking, these vibrant cups burst with flavor and are sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and customize, they are a must-try for any corn lover seeking a fun and mess-free way to enjoy this iconic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and remove silk strands. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt; mix well.
- Once cooled, cut kernels off the cobs into a large bowl.
- Add the creamy mixture to the corn along with crumbled queso fresco and cilantro; toss gently.
- Spoon into small cups or bowls, garnish with extra queso fresco, cilantro leaves, and a sprinkle of chili powder if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg