Cup A'Elotes (From Sandwich King) Recipe

Name: Cup A'Elotes (From Sandwich King)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ears corn, husks and silks removed; canola oil, for brushing; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; Poblano Crema; 3 poblano peppers, charred on a grill; 1 cup Mexican crema (I used sour cream); 1 1/2 teaspoons agave nectar (I used honey); 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (I used feta); next comes the poblano crema; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus additional for garnish; 2 limes, juice of; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

8 ears corn, husks and silks removed
canola oil, for brushing
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
Poblano Crema
3 poblano peppers, charred on a grill
1 cup Mexican crema (I used sour cream)
1 1/2 teaspoons agave nectar (I used honey)
1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (I used feta)
next comes the poblano crema
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus additional for garnish
2 limes, juice of
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Brush corn with oil.
2
Grill husked corn until 50% black.
3
1 cup crumbled cotija cheese (I used feta).
4
Slice the corn off the cobs- don't forget to season them with salt and pepper.
5
Put into a bowl.
6
1 cup Poblano Crema, recipe follows.
7
Grill the poblanos until blackened.
8
Take the stems off the peppers.
9
Put them into a glass bowl and cover with saran wrap.
10
Let them sit 10 minutes.
11
Peel off skin and put the flesh of the peppers into food processor.
12
Add salt and pepper.
13
Add honey.
14
Add juice of one lime.
15
Add cliantro if desired.
16
Process until smooth. You will get a green looking sour cream. This is the poblano crema to fnish the dish.
17
Add this to the corn and serve in bowls.

310

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ears corn, husks and silks removed, canola oil, for brushing, kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, Poblano Crema, and more.

Yes, Cup A'Elotes (From Sandwich King) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cup A'Elotes (From Sandwich King)

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Variations & substitutions

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