Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

SERVES 3–4

Corn on the cob is always a classic side that complements all sorts of dishes. You can have it with mashed potatoes and gravy in the winter or with veggie burgers and coleslaw at a summer dinner. Corn is enjoyed by cultures around the world, and they all have developed different ways to prepare it. Elote is a corn-on-the-cob dish from Mexico. It is creamy, sour, spicy, and decadent, and it’s often eaten as a late-night snack. We love this simple recipe in our house and eat it as an appetizer with any Mexican-inspired meal.

4–6 ears of corn

¼ cup vegan mayonnaise, such as Vegenaise

¼ cup Cashew Cream Everything Sauce

2 Tbsp. minced cilantro

2 Tbsp. lime juice

¼ tsp. Himalayan pink salt

¼ tsp. chili powder

¼ tsp. onion powder

¼ tsp. garlic powder

Toppings of choice (optional)

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  1     In a large pot, steam 4–6 ears of corn until tender and set aside.

  2     In a small bowl, mix together the vegan mayonnaise, Cashew Cream Everything Sauce, cilantro, lime juice, salt, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder.

  3     Smother each ear of corn with some of the sauce. Sprinkle with cashews, grated vegan Parmesan, and minced cilantro if you wish, or just serve by itself.