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Creamy Mexican Street Corn in a Cup

A delightful and easy dish that captures the vibrant flavors of traditional Mexican street corn, or 'Elote.' Perfect for gatherings and barbecues, this creamy and zesty treat is a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups corn (fresh or frozen) For best flavor, use fresh corn in season.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese Feta cheese can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Adjust to taste before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving For a zesty kick.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  2. If using fresh corn, grill or boil it until cooked, then cut the kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, cook according to package instructions.
  3. Add the corn to the mayonnaise mixture and stir until well combined.
  4. Fold in the crumbled cotija cheese.
Serving
  1. Serve in cups, garnished with chopped cilantro and extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For storage, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir and add a bit of extra lime juice if needed before serving. You can make the dish ahead of time, just add cilantro and lime wedges just before serving for optimal freshness.