Roasted Corn with Chile: Elotes Asados con Chile

Name: Roasted Corn with Chile: Elotes Asados con Chile
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 fresh ears corn (husks on); 1/2 cup Jalapeno Mayonnaise, recipe follows; 3 cups finely shredded queso fresco; 2 1/2 tablespoons Guajillo Chile Powder, recipe follows; 2 cloves garlic; 1 small jalapeno pepper; 2 limes, juiced; 2 egg yolks with a little white*; Kosher salt; 2 cups vegetable oil; 4 guajillo chiles, seeded; 3 chiles de arbol; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

6 fresh ears corn (husks on)
1/2 cup Jalapeno Mayonnaise, recipe follows
3 cups finely shredded queso fresco
2 1/2 tablespoons Guajillo Chile Powder, recipe follows
2 cloves garlic
1 small jalapeno pepper
2 limes, juiced
2 egg yolks with a little white*
Kosher salt
2 cups vegetable oil
4 guajillo chiles, seeded
3 chiles de arbol
Kosher salt

1
Preheat a grill or grill pan.
2
Grill the corn, turning frequently, to avoid over charring, about 10 minutes.
3
Let the corn cool just enough to handle and peel back the husks, leaving them attached at the bottom.
4
(The husks are going to serve as handles when eating the corn.)
5
Remove the corn silk and generously spread the ears with mayonnaise.
6
Sprinkle the corn with the cheese and chile powder.
7
Serve immediately.
8
In a food processor, blend the garlic, jalapeno, and lime.
9
Add the egg and salt, to taste.
10
While the motor is running, drizzle in the oil until a smooth sauce is formed.
11
Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
12
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
13
Put the chiles on a small baking sheet and bake until browned, about 3 minutes.
14
Let cool.
15
In a clean coffee or spice grinder, finely grind the chiles and transfer to a bowl.
16
Stir in the salt and use as desired.

1487

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 fresh ears corn (husks on), 1/2 cup Jalapeno Mayonnaise, recipe follows, 3 cups finely shredded queso fresco, 2 1/2 tablespoons Guajillo Chile Powder, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Roasted Corn with Chile: Elotes Asados con Chile 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!