Corn in a Cup (Elote en Vaso) Recipe

Corn in a cup is something we would sell out of at concessions stands for my kid's track team in El Paso. I have to say the basics are there but the crema and lime juice per cup seemed a bit much but this is something that can be customized per a persons taste. Typically from when i've seen corn in a cup sold you can make your cup how you like for the most part. I instead mixed crema and chili powder together and dalloped on top of each cup of corn (and then added the cheese and hot sauce) and topped with a lime wedge to squeeze on top. I also sprinkled Tajin on top instead of salt.

Classic dish but the amount of lime juice is way off. Too much butter as well but maybe that is just me. I chose to grill the corn because that is the way Mexican street corn is done. This one needs some tweaks.

I forgot to add that I roasted the corn on the cob first with a little butter and salt before I shucked it. When I use frozen corn for this recipe I thaw it completely and let it drain a bit, then toss it with a little salt and butter and roast it. PERFECTO!

I could not find crema, so I mixed equal parts mayonnaise and sour cream. I put out the mixture, the cheese, the chili powder, and the lime juice in small bowls for people to add as they wished. It was a hit! Thanks for a great side to serve with my enchiladas.

the big thing that I did differently is adding the lime juice to taste. the first time I made it the lime juice was very overpowering. the time after I started adding the lime juice a little at a time and ended up only using 1/4 cup without being to powerful. other than that it was great!!

Yum! I used frozen corn that I pushed around in a cast iron skillet over high heat. Then I sprinkled it with Tajin, lime juice, crumbled queso fresco, and a dab of plain yogurt.

I've been trying to figure out how to make Elote like my favorite gas station (Fuel City) without driving 15 minutes and I got it. i made a few substitutions based on how they make it. layer it- frozen corn (Heated & then drained), squeezable butter, creama, the suggested cheese, Lemon pepper seasoning (to taste), cayenne pepper (to taste). Repeat. It's a great afternoon snack!

Yummy! I used to hate it when people reviewed and then added multiple changes.... so here I go! iInstead of boiling the corn I cooked it in butter until most of the kernels were slightly charred. Also used a few tablespoons of may in place of the cream. Other than that I followed the rest of the recipe. Super delicious!

Love this recipe! Great taste and easy to make! Changes I made was I used canned corn and subbed the cotija cheese with parmesan because I love parmesan in elotes. Will definitely make again!

Love this in the summer. In Mexico street vendors sell it from little push carts but instead of crema, mayonnaise is used plus Tajin. Love it both ways.

I made this and my family LOVED it. I added cilantro and only used one slice of lime juice, plus I used 1/2 sourcream and 1/2 mayonnaise in place of MExican crema, but it wasn’t DELICIOUS and it will definitely be made over and over again!

What happened?! I thought the liquid seemed like too much. I was not serving in cups, but in a cassrrole dish. I had to almost double my corn. Not fun. I ended up scoring the corn out into another dish. Then I had to add more of the other ingredients. 2½ cups of lime juice + serve with a wedge?! I will keep looking for other recipes. Thank you.

I had three ears of corn in this week’s CSA bag, so I cut waaaayyy back on the other ingredients. My picky husband asked for more!

Made it last night — gone in minutes! 😋

Burry me with a cup of "Street corn"!!

Their food is so yummy and delicious. We got a hotdog combo and a large Mexican style elote. The corn was so well-cooked and succulent, and my friend loved the hotdog. Definitely visiting again!! 💙

love love love it

I tried making it but I honestly think you have to choose how much of chill and lime you personally like.

I made it exactly as the recipe states. My kiddos loved it. I do think 10 ears of corn is a bit much.

I made this and my family LOVED it. I added cilantro and only used one slice of lime juice, plus I used 1/2 sourcream and 1/2 mayonnaise in place of MExican crema, but it wasn’t DELICIOUS and it will definitely be made over and over again!