Easy Street-Style Elote Cups

Ingredients

• 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder(optional)
• 2 small cups for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred and golden in spots.

2. 2

   While the corn cooks, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and garlic powder (if using) in a medium bowl.

3. 3

   Transfer the hot charred corn into the bowl with the mayo mixture and toss until evenly coated.

4. 4

   Spoon the elote mixture into small serving cups, then top each with crumbled cotija cheese, a sprinkle of chili powder, and chopped cilantro if desired.

5. 5

   Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.