Grilled Mexican Corn With Chipotle Adobo Sauce Mexicano Restaurant Copycat
Mexican corn, also known as elote, is a popular street food in Mexico. It is made with fresh corn on the cob that is grilled and then coated in a creamy sauce made with mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, and chili powder. This recipe for grilled Mexican corn with chipotle adobo sauce is a copycat of the recipe from the popular Mexican restaurant, Mexicano. It is easy to make and is perfect for a summer cookout.
Ingredients
- 6 ears of fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon chipotle adobo sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Conclusion
This grilled Mexican corn is the perfect summer side dish. It is flavorful, smoky, and creamy. The chipotle adobo sauce adds a little bit of heat and smokiness that takes this corn over the top. Serve this corn with lime wedges and a cold beer for a delicious and refreshing meal.