Spicy Cheesy Elote Delight
Indulge in the bold flavors of Spicy Cheesy Elote Delight, where classic roasted corn meets the irresistible crunch and spice of Flamin' Hot Cheetos. This vibrant dish perfectly balances creamy textures and fiery heat, making it the ideal appetizer or side dish for barbecue gatherings or summer cookouts. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this elote will be the star of your next meal!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flamin' Hot Cheetos cheese curls
4 cups (Crushed into small crumbs)
Corn on the cob
4 ears (Shucked)
Mayonnaise
1/4 cup (None)
Sour cream
1/3 cup (None)
Granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (None)
Instructions
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Equipment: Stove top grill or outdoor grill.
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1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it's hot enough to char the corn.
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2. In a food processor, pulse the Flamin' Hot Cheetos cheese curls until they reach a fine crumb consistency. Transfer this to a shallow plate or pie dish for easy coating.
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3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, granulated garlic, and salt until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
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4. Place the shucked corn ears directly on the hot grill. Grill for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn is tender and has nice grill marks, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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5. Once grilled, remove the corn from the grill and immediately dip each ear into the mayonnaise-sour cream mixture, ensuring it's coated evenly.
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6. Roll the coated corn in the Flamin' Hot Cheetos crumbs, covering all sides generously.
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7. Transfer the finished corn to a serving plate, and for an extra touch, drizzle with any remaining mayonnaise-sour cream mixture and sprinkle with additional Cheetos crumbs before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Cheesy Elote Delight?
It is a vibrant dish featuring roasted corn on the cob coated in a creamy sauce and crushed Flamin' Hot Cheetos for a spicy, crunchy twist on classic elote.
How many ears of corn are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 ears of corn on the cob, shucked.
What kind of crunchy topping is used?
The recipe uses 4 cups of Flamin' Hot Cheetos cheese curls, crushed into fine crumbs.
How do I prepare the Cheetos for the coating?
Pulse the Flamin' Hot Cheetos in a food processor until they reach a fine crumb consistency and transfer them to a shallow plate.
What ingredients make up the creamy sauce?
The sauce is made by whisking together 1/4 cup of mayonnaise and 1/3 cup of sour cream.
What seasonings are added to the mayonnaise mixture?
The mixture is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of granulated garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How long should the corn be grilled?
The corn should be grilled for a total of 8 to 12 minutes until tender.
How often should I turn the corn on the grill?
Turn the corn occasionally, approximately every 2 to 3 minutes per side, to ensure even grill marks.
Is this Spicy Cheesy Elote recipe vegetarian?
Yes, according to the recipe tags and ingredients, this dish is vegetarian.
What type of grill can be used for this recipe?
You can use either a stove top grill or an outdoor grill.
What heat setting should the grill be on?
The grill should be preheated to medium-high heat.
How do I apply the creamy base to the grilled corn?
Immediately after removing the corn from the grill, dip each ear into the mayonnaise-sour cream mixture to coat it evenly.
How do I apply the Cheetos crumbs?
Roll the cream-coated corn in the crushed Flamin' Hot Cheetos crumbs until all sides are generously covered.
Can I add extra sauce as a garnish?
Yes, the instructions suggest drizzling any remaining mayonnaise-sour cream mixture over the finished corn before serving.
What is the best way to serve this dish?
Transfer the finished corn to a serving plate and sprinkle with additional Cheetos crumbs for an extra touch.
Should the corn be shucked before or after grilling?
The corn should be shucked before being placed directly on the hot grill.
Is this dish considered spicy?
Yes, the recipe balances creamy textures with fiery heat from the Flamin' Hot Cheetos.
How much mayonnaise is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of mayonnaise.
How much sour cream is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of sour cream.
What amount of granulated garlic is needed?
You will need 1/2 teaspoon of granulated garlic for the sauce.
What is the sodium content of this dish?
The specific nutritional information for sodium is not provided in the source data.
Can I prepare the Cheetos crumbs in advance?
Yes, you can pulse the Cheetos in a food processor and set them aside until you are ready to coat the corn.
Is this a good side dish for a summer cookout?
Absolutely, it is described as an ideal side dish or appetizer for barbecue gatherings and summer cookouts.
What consistency should the Cheetos reach in the food processor?
They should reach a fine crumb consistency.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 6 ingredients in this recipe.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Key tags include elote, corn, snack, appetizer, grilled corn, spicy, cheesy, and vegetarian.
Do I need to whisk the sauce until smooth?
Yes, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Where should I place the Cheetos crumbs for the rolling step?
Transfer the crumbs to a shallow plate or pie dish for easy coating.
How do I ensure the grill marks are nice?
Make sure the grill is hot enough to char the corn and turn the ears every few minutes.
What is the total time to grill the corn?
The total grilling time is between 8 and 12 minutes.