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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Updated: Mar 13, 2025 · Published: Jun 25, 2020 by Ashley Amundsen · This post may contain affiliate links. · Leave a Comment

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Mexican Street Corn (Elote) is fresh corn on the cob smothered with a creamy sauce and sprinkled with Mexican cheese, chili powder, and cilantro. It's quick and easy to make, and it makes an excellent side dish for a fun summer meal.

Mexican Street corn on a wood surface.
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One of the simple joys of summer is all of the fresh produce. Every summer my family had a garden when I was a kid. It was so nice to be able to enjoy fresh tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, peas, corn, you name it, all summer long. I didn’t realize how good I had it then until I became an adult without the chance to grow a garden like that. Maybe I’ll have to try out some container gardens on my patio until I can get a yard large enough to plant one.

Luckily, if you don’t have the pleasure of harvesting produce from a garden, the grocery store still sells everything you need to make this Mexican Street Corn. Either way, you are sure to love this summer favorite!

Close up shot of Mexican street corn on a wood surface.

Ingredients in Mexican street corn

  • Mayonnaise
  • Sour cream
  • Garlic powder
  • Queso fresco or cojita cheese
  • Chili powder or smoked paprika
  • Lime juice and cilantro, garnish

How to Make Elote

  1. Bake unhusked ears of corn at 350F for 40-45 minutes.
  2. Stir together mayo, sour cream, and garlic powder.
  3. Brush ears of corn with mayo mixture.
  4. Spoon cheese on ears of corn.
  5. Sprinkle with paprika.
  6. Top with lime juice and cilantro.
Mexican Street Corn on a wood surface with a bowl of cheese.

💭FAQs

How do you reheat Mexican street corn?

While Mexican street corn is obviously best served fresh, you can reheat it in the microwave. Simply place the corn cobs in a microwave-safe dish covered with plastic wrap. Microwave for 10-20 seconds or until warm.

How long can I store Elote?

Fully prepared elote can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, but I recommend enjoying it while it's fresh!

Mexican Street Corn on a wood surface.

More Mexican Inspired Recipes to Try

  • Pico de Gallo
  • Cafe Rio Sweet Pork
  • Creamy Chicken Quesadillas
  • Authentic Guacamole
  • Instant Pot Sweet Pork Tacos
  • Instant Pot Refried Black Beans
  • Easy Chicken Enchiladas

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Mexican Street Corn on a wood surface.

Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

Ashley Amundsen
Mexican Street Corn (Elote) is fresh corn on the cob smothered with a creamy sauce and sprinkled with Mexican cheese, chili powder and cilantro. It's quick and easy to make, and it makes an excellent side dish for a fun summer meal. 
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 cobs of corn
Calories 170 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup mayo
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup queso fresco or cojita
  • smoked paprika or chili powder
  • lime juice for garnish
  • cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Bake 4 unhusked ears of corn directly on the oven rack at 350F for 40-45 minutes.
  • Stir together mayo, sour cream and garlic powder. Brush ears of corn with mayo mixture.
  • Spoon cheese on ears of corn. Sprinkle with paprika. Top with lime juice and cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 208mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 222IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 0.1mg
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