Best 6 Skillet Elote Mexican Street Corn Recipes

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Skillet elote, also known as Mexican street corn, is a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a skillet. Originating from the streets of Mexico, this dish has gained immense popularity worldwide for its tantalizing taste and vibrant colors. If you're yearning to recreate this delectable treat in the comfort of your own kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the necessary steps and ingredients to craft a perfect skillet elote that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Mexico.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ELOTE



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The experts at Food Network Kitchen share their easy recipe for grilled Mexican street corn, also known as elote. All you'll need is corn, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, Ancho chile powder and lime wedges.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ears corn, shucked
Vegetable oil, for brushing
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
Ancho chile powder, for sprinkling
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Soak 4 wooden skewers in water, 30 minutes. Preheat a grill to high.
  • Insert a skewer into each ear of corn. Brush the corn with vegetable oil. Grill, turning, until charred all over, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Brush the grilled corn with the mayonnaise and sprinkle with the cheese. Sprinkle with chile powder and serve with lime wedges.

ELOTE (MEXICAN STREET CORN) RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: corn, canola oil, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime, chipotle powder, cotija cheese, fresh cilantro

Provided by Rie McClenny

Categories     Sides

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 ears corn, shucked
1 tablespoon canola oil
⅓ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
½ lime, juiced
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
¼ cup cotija cheese
fresh cilantro, to taste

Steps:

  • Blanch the corn in a large pot of boiling water for 3 minutes. Remove the corn from the pot.
  • Heat the canola oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add the corn and cook, turning occasionally, until nicely browned on all sides. Transfer to a serving plate.
  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice. Brush all over the corn.
  • Sprinkle the corn with the chipotle powder, cotija cheese, and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 7 grams

MEXICAN STREET CORN RECIPE



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This Mexican Street Corn recipe is a common Mexican street food that is made by grilling corn on the cob and then coating it with a mixture made up of mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chile powder, and lime. Also called elotes, this easy to make Mexican Corn On The Cob Recipe is a perfect appetizer or side dish for any outdoor gathering. In my version here, I made it two ways - (1) on the cob and (2) off the cob or in a skillet. They are both delicious and ready in less than half an hour.

Provided by Aysegul Sanford

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium-size ears of yellow corn on the cob
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted butter
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
½ teaspoon chile powder
1 tablespoon lime juice (plus wedges of a lime for serving)
½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)

Steps:

  • To prep the corn: Fold the husk of each corn back leaf by leaf and tie them with kitchen twine. Lightly brush corn on the cub with oil.
  • Heat a grill pan or an outdoor grill. Grill corn, turning occasionally until it is browned in spots. Keep an eye on it as this happens rather quickly.
  • To make the sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, chile powder, and lime juice in a bowl.
  • Brush each grilled corn the mayo mixture and sprinkle with cotija cheese. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
  • To prep the corn: Cut the corn off the cob. I used 6 ears to get about 4 1/2 cups. Alternatively, you can also use canned corn or frozen corn. If using frozen, you do not need to thaw it out.
  • Sauté corn: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the corn, and stirring frequently, sauté for 5-7 minutes until it starts to char. If you are using frozen corn, you might need to cook a few minutes longer. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Make the sauce: Mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, chile powder, and lime juice in a bowl.
  • Assemble: Add in the mayo mixture into the sauteed corn. Give it a mix. Stir in the cotija cheese and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve in small bowls with wedges of lime on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 kcal, Sugar 7 g, Sodium 233 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SKILLET ELOTE (MEXICAN STREET CORN)



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All the flavors you love in Mexican street corn made in a skillet for times when grilling isn't an option.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
4 ears sweet corn, shucked and kernels cut off
¼ cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder together in a bowl until evenly combined. Set aside.
  • Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook for 5 minutes without stirring. Toss around with a spatula and cook until corn has started to brown, about 3 minutes more. Remove from heat.
  • Add reserved mayonnaise mixture and stir until evenly combined. Add cilantro and stir again. Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle cotija cheese over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 184.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SKILLET MEXICAN STREET CORN



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This fast to prepare side dish takes on the flavors of elote, a popular Mexican favorite!

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground coriander

Steps:

  • Heat a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Spread frozen corn evenly across the skillet; do not stir. Cook corn for approximately 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and coriander in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Check the corn; it should be slightly charred. If not, allow to continue cooking for 4 more minutes (stirring is fine at this point.)
  • Once corn is sufficiently browned/charred, transfer to the bowl with dressing and toss to coat. Add cotija cheese, red onion, and cilantro and mix until well combined. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 155.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHICKEN STREET CORN SKILLET



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Ree thinks this recipe-a riff on Mexican street corn that she's turned into a full meal with the addition of rice and chicken-is the perfect recipe to pass onto her daughter Paige, as everything goes into one pan to bake and is served straight away. What could be simpler?

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (from 1 large)
2 cups frozen, roasted corn with peppers and onions
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
One 4-ounce can chopped green chiles, not drained
2 cloves garlic, pressed
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 mounded tablespoon chili powder, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 limes
One 8.8-ounce bag instant microwaveable Spanish rice, cooked according to package instructions
2/3 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Warmed tortillas and tortilla chips, for serving
Tomato Avocado Salad, recipe follows
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 avocado, diced
2 green onions, sliced thin
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch kosher salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, mix the chicken, corn, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green chiles, garlic, green onions, butter, chili powder, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup Cotija and 1/4 cup cilantro. Juice in 1 lime and mix well.
  • Add the rice to a 10-inch ovenproof skillet or baking dish and spread to cover the bottom. Top with the chicken and corn mixture, spreading as needed. Top with the pepper jack cheese and a sprinkle of chili powder. Bake until bubbly and browned, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and top with the remaining 2 tablespoons sour cream, 1/4 cup Cotija and 1/4 cup cilantro. Cut the remaining 2 limes into wedges. Serve with the warmed tortillas, chips and lime wedges on the side, and with the Tomato Avocado Salad.
  • Add the tomatoes, avocado, green onions, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper to a bowl. Toss to combine. Garnish with the cilantro.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality corn. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your elote.
  • Roast the corn over high heat until it is slightly charred. This will give it a smoky, delicious flavor.
  • Brush the corn with a mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice. This will make it creamy and flavorful.
  • Sprinkle the corn with cotija cheese, chili powder, and cilantro. These toppings will add a delicious finishing touch.
  • Serve the elote immediately, while it is still hot. This is the best way to enjoy it!

Conclusion:

Elote is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican street food that is perfect for summer gatherings. With its smoky, creamy, and flavorful taste, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack or side dish, give elote a try. You won't be disappointed!

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