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Grilled corn on the cob, also known as Elote, with a light char and sprinkled with seasoning

Proven way to grow 3 perfect Grilled Corn on the Cob (Elote)

This recipe guides you through grilling three perfect ears of Elote, a Mexican street corn dish. The instructions ensure a smoky flavor and a creamy, cheesy coating, creating a delicious and satisfying summer treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 ears
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 ears corn on the cob
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Tongs

Method
 

Grilling the Corn
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the corn directly on the grates, turning occasionally until kernels are tender-crisp and slightly charred, which will take about 10-12 minutes.
Assembling the Elote
  1. Once grilled, remove the corn from the heat.
  2. Carefully spread mayonnaise generously over each ear of corn.
  3. Sprinkle evenly with crumbled Cotija cheese and chili powder.
  4. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chili powder. You can also substitute Cotija cheese with crumbled feta or Parmesan for a similar salty flavor.