Description
Elote Creamed Corn is a vibrant and creamy side dish that brings the taste of Mexican street corn straight to your table. With sweet corn, tangy lime juice, and a hint of chili powder, this dish is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn (or 3 cups frozen corn)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream (or ½ cup half-and-half)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (or cotija cheese)
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Husk the corn and cut kernels off the cob.
- Sauté the Base: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add corn and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden.
- Combine Creamy Goodness: Stir in heavy cream and mayonnaise; let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Season It Up: Mix in lime juice and chili powder; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Finish with Feta: Remove from heat, stir in feta cheese gently, leaving some on top for garnish.
- Serve & Enjoy: Transfer to bowls while warm and enjoy alongside grilled meats or as part of a veggie platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg