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Instant Pot Mexican street corn

Instant Pot Mexican Street Corn: 3-Minute Elote


  • Author: Alexander Knight
  • Total Time: 8 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make delicious Mexican street corn, also known as elote, quickly and easily in your Instant Pot. This recipe offers a flavorful and convenient way to enjoy this popular dish.


Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of corn, husked
  • 1 cup of water
  • 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons of sour cream
  • 1/4 cup of crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon of lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)


Instructions

  1. Place the corn and water in the Instant Pot.
  2. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing.
  3. Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes.
  4. Allow for a quick pressure release.
  5. Carefully remove the corn from the Instant Pot.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  7. Spread the mixture evenly over the corn.
  8. Sprinkle with cotija cheese.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can grill the corn after cooking it in the Instant Pot for a smoky flavor.
  • Adjust the spice level to your preference.
  • If you can’t find cotija cheese, feta cheese can be substituted.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
  • Calories: Approx. 250
  • Sugar: Approx. 8g
  • Sodium: Approx. 300mg
  • Fat: Approx. 18g
  • Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
  • Fiber: Approx. 3g
  • Protein: Approx. 5g
  • Cholesterol: Approx. 15mg
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