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Elote Street Corn Topping. Walking taco bar

Elote Street Corn Topping

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Makes 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen and thawed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over high heat until it starts to brown slightly.
  • Add the corn in a single layer and let it sit untouched for 2 minutes before stirring, repeating until it picks up dark char spots all over, about 6 to 8 minutes total.
  • Remove from heat and, while still warm, stir in the mayonnaise and cotija cheese.
  • Add the chili powder, lime juice and cilantro and toss to coat.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature within 2 hours.

Good to Know

No cotija on hand? Feta is the closest swap in both texture and salt.