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Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Matt Abdoo

Fuel Type:

  • People

    Serves 6

  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Grilling Time

    10 to 12 mins

Ingredients
Instructions

the Ingredients

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  • Completed step 6 ears sweet corn, husks removed (or peeled back if using as a handle)
  • Completed step 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Completed step 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • Completed step 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Completed step 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Completed step Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • Completed step 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
  • Completed step 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
  • Completed step 6 lime wedges, for serving

All-Purpose BBQ Seasoning (Yield: About 2 cups)

  • Completed step 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Completed step 1/2 cup sweet paprika
  • Completed step 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • Completed step 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
  • Completed step 2 tablespoons granulated garlic
  • Completed step 2 tablespoons granulated onion
  • Completed step 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • Completed step 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • Completed step 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Completed step 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Completed step 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Completed step 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
  • Completed step 1/4 teaspoon fennel seed po

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Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to high heat.
  • Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
  • Prepare the grill: Clean the grill grates with a grill brush and lightly oil or spray them with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Grill the corn: Cook the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until lightly charred on all sides and tender.
  • Coat the corn: Transfer the grilled corn to a serving platter
  • Generously brush or spoon the sauce over each ear until evenly coated
  • Finish and serve: Sprinkle with the crumbled Cotija cheese, then season with the All-Purpose BBQ Seasoning. Serve with lime wedges.

    • All-Purpose BBQ Seasoning

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  • Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until evenly blended.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months at room temperature

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