Charred Elote Street Corn
Fresh corn charred in a skillet and coated with a tangy, creamy, spicy mixture of mayo, cotija cheese, lime, and chili powder. Ready in 10 minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high for 2 minutes until hot.
Step 2
Add corn ears and cook 8–10 minutes, rotating every 2 minutes, until charred all over.
Step 3
Mix mayo, cotija, chili powder, and juice of half the lime in a small bowl.
Step 4
Roll each warm corn ear in the mayo mixture until well coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with remaining lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- small mixing bowl
- spoon
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