Description
Elote Queso is a delicious and creamy Mexican-inspired dish that combines the flavors of grilled corn with cheese and spices, creating a flavor explosion in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1 cup queso fresco, crumbled
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
- Once the corn is grilled, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
- Spread the creamy mixture over the grilled corn.
- Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco and chopped cilantro on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder or diced jalapeños.
- This dish can be served as a side or a snack.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Elote Queso, Mexican corn, creamy corn, grilled corn, queso fresco