Street-Style Elote with Chipotle Mayo

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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Grilled corn on the cob slathered with a smoky chipotle mayonnaise, crumbly cotija cheese, fresh lime juice, and chili powder for a vibrant street food experience. This Mexican-inspired street-food recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh corn on the cob, mayonnaise, chipotle chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 ears, husked fresh corn on the cob
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp chipotle chili powder
2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp melted butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 husked ears of fresh corn with 2 tbsp melted butter.
Step 2: Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until the kernels are charred and tender.
Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp chipotle chili powder, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix thoroughly to create the chipotle mayo.
Step 4: Once grilled, spread the chipotle mayo generously over each hot ear of corn.
Step 5: Sprinkle each coated ear with 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese, 1 tsp chili powder, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.