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Flavorful Street-Style Elote Corn Cups

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A quick and easy street-style elote corn cups recipe featuring fresh corn, creamy cheese, and tangy Tajín seasoning for a vibrant snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5–6 ears of corn)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • Juice of 1 large lime
  • 2 teaspoons Tajín seasoning, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Husk and clean about 5-6 ears of fresh corn. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the kernels off the cob into a large bowl. (Tip: Hold the cob upright inside a bundt pan to catch kernels and avoid mess.)
  2. Optional but recommended: Heat 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until some golden, slightly charred bits appear. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream, and the juice from 1 large lime. Stir until smooth.
  4. Add the sautéed corn to the creamy mixture. Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons Tajín seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well so every kernel is coated.
  5. Fold in 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese and 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro.
  6. Spoon the mixture generously into small serving cups or ramekins. Sprinkle a little extra Tajín and cotija cheese on top for garnish.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side. Optionally, add a tiny drizzle of melted butter on top for richness.

Notes

For best flavor, sauté the corn to get a slight char. Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for brightness. If making ahead, keep the corn mixture refrigerated and add cheese and cilantro just before serving. Vegan substitutions include vegan mayo, dairy-free sour cream, and vegan cheese alternatives. Frozen corn can be used but fresh is preferred.

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Keywords: elote, street corn, corn cups, Tajín, Mexican snack, appetizer, easy recipe, summer snack

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