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Corn in a Cup (Elote en Vaso)

This elote en vaso recipe brings the flavors of Mexican street corn right to your kitchen with tender corn kernels, creamy crema, tangy lime, and crumbled cotija cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ears corn shucked and kernels removed
  • 1 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or Tajín seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat

Method
 

  1. Place the shucked kernels in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water and add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 2–3 minutes. Drain thoroughly and return corn to the pan over low heat to evaporate any excess moisture.
  2. Transfer the hot corn to a large mixing bowl. Pour in the Mexican crema and lime juice, then stir until each kernel is coated. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper; adjust to your taste.
  3. In small serving cups (about 8–10 ounces), start with a scoop of seasoned corn, then sprinkle a layer of crumbled cotija. Repeat for 2–3 layers per cup.
  4. Top each cup with a final sprinkle of cotija, a dash of chili powder, and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately for the creamiest, most flavorful elote en vaso.
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