Ingredients list

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Vegetables

corn

Dairy

cotija cheese
mayonnaise
sour cream

Condiments

lime
cilantro

Spices

taheen

Cooking steps

Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

Step 1: Roast the Corn [00:00]

  • Place the corn on a tray and roast it for 30 minutes at 350°F. Make sure to flip the corn halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 2: Prepare the Ingredients [03:00]

  • Gather the necessary ingredients: cotija cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime, and cilantro.

Step 3: Remove the Husk [04:08]

  • Once the corn is roasted, remove the husk and silk from the corn.

Step 4: Make the Sauce [04:41]

  • Mix mayonnaise and sour cream to create a creamy sauce. This will provide tanginess and spreadability.

Step 5: Assemble the Elote [05:01]

  • Spread the creamy sauce over the corn generously.
  • Cover the corn heavily with cotija cheese.

Step 6: Add Lime and Seasoning [05:10]

  • Squeeze lime juice over the corn to help the seasoning stick.
  • Sprinkle with taheen for added flavor.

Step 7: Garnish [05:28]

  • Add chopped cilantro on top for garnish.

Step 8: Serve and Enjoy [05:39]

  • Enjoy your delicious elote, a classic Mexican street food!