Elotes (Mexican Corn in a Cup) Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Cinco de Mayo Recipes. (Elotes (Mexican Corn in a Cup) Recipe). I grew up just outside of a Mexican border town, and at least twice month my grandmother would take me across the border to do some shopping. I remember the food stands found at every corner street and almost all of them sold elotes. It was one of my favorite vendor foods. Every time I make it, I am reminded of my childhood.

Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Total: 15 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 cups

Elotes (Mexican Corn in a Cup) Recipe

Ingredients

2 (15.5 ounce) cans whole kernel corn

drained

4 tablespoons mayonnaise

or to taste

4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

or to taste

4 teaspoons chile-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)

or more to taste

1 lime

or more to taste

Spicy Mezcal Margarita

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Heat corn in a skillet over medium heat until steaming about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and drain water.

Step 2

Fill several cups or mugs halfway with the corn. Add 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and 1 to 2 teaspoons chile-lime seasoning to each cup. Squeeze lime juice on top.

Nutritional Information

Elotes (Mexican Corn in a Cup) Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 294.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 7.7g 15%

Carbohydrates: 41g 13%

Dietary Fiber: 4.1g 16%

Sugars: 6.7g

Fat: 14.4g 22%

Saturated Fat: 2.9g 14%

Cholesterol: 9.6mg 3%

Vitamin A Iu: 158.5IU 3%

Niacin Equivalents: 2mg 16%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 14%

Vitamin C: 2.6mg 4%

Folate: 93.2mcg 23%

Calcium: 67.6mg 7%

Iron: 1.6mg 9%

Magnesium: 34.3mg 12%

Potassium: 299.9mg 8%

Sodium: 1188.6mg 48%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 7%

Calories From Fat: 129.3

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.