Smoked Mexican Street Corn
Ingredients
* 4 ears of corn, husked
* 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or mix mayo + sour cream 50/50 for a lighter tang)
* 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (or queso fresco/feta if unavailable)
* 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
* 1 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder
* 1/2 tsp garlic powder
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Chopped cilantro for garnish
* Lime wedges for serving
Preparation
1. Preheat Your Smoker
* Heat your smoker to 225–250°F.
* Use a mild wood like apple, cherry, or hickory for a subtly smoky flavor.
2. Smoke the Corn
* Place husked corn directly on the grates.
* Smoke for 45 minutes to 1 hour, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly browned.
3. Prepare the Topping Mixture
While the corn is smoking:
* In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (or mayo + sour cream), lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Assemble the Elote
* Remove the corn from the smoker.
* Immediately brush each ear generously with the mayo mixture.
* Roll or sprinkle with crumbled Cotija cheese.
* Garnish with chopped cilantro and a dusting of chili powder if desired.
5. Serve
* Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.
🔄 Optional Variations
* Spicy Kick: Add hot sauce or finely chopped jalapeño to the mayo mix.
* Extra Smoky: Try a smoked aioli instead of plain mayo.
* Off the Cob: Cut the kernels off and mix everything into a bowl for esquites, the cup version of elote.
Apple
Wood
A light, fruity and slightly sweet smoke aroma that pairs with poultry, beef, pork, lamb, and cheese.
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