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Elote Corn in a Cup

Delicious Elote Corn in a Cup – Easy Street Food Delight

This Elote Corn in a Cup recipe combines sweet grilled corn with creamy dressing and zesty lime, bringing a festive flavor to your table.
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Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: crowd-pleaser, easy recipes, Elote Corn in a Cup, Party Food, snack, street food
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Corn

  • 2 cups Corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Butter

For the Creamy Dressing

  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Sour cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • pinch Salt
  • pinch Pepper

For the Garnish

  • ½ cup Cotija cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup Chopped cilantro

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  • Cook the corn kernels in the skillet for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly charred and golden.
  • Prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  • Fold the cooked corn into the creamy dressing until well-coated.
  • Mix in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.
  • Spoon the mixture into individual cups and serve while warm.

Notes

Use fresh corn for the best flavor and texture. Customize the heat level by adjusting the chili powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 1mg