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Smoky Street Corn with Spicy Chipotle Mayo

Find the best Smoky Street Corn with Spicy Chipotle Mayo recipe, inspired by famous Mexican street food, Elote, but with a fiery twist.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 8-10 minutes - Total Time: 18-20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy (if using feta cheese)

Ingredients

  • 6 ears of fresh corn, shucked and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle to medium high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Grill the corn, turning occasionally, for 8 10 minutes or until slightly charred on all sides. You can also cook the corn on a stovetop griddle, turning frequently.
  4. Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool slightly. Brush each ear of corn generously with the spicy chipotle mayo, making sure to coat every inch.
  5. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the mayo coated corn.
  6. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this dish is finding fresh, locally-grown corn for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

The smoky flavor is best achieved by using fresh corn right off the grill.

Cultural or Historical Background

Elote, or Mexican street corn, has its origins in the indigenous cultures of Mesoamerica, where corn was a staple food. This version adds a spicy twist with chipotle mayo.