Let’s Make Baby Elote
I am actually so proud of this! This is not an original recipe, as it is a popular Indian cuisine to cook with baby corn. It is also popular to make street corn/Elote. I took inspiration from recipes online, but made it my own!
WHAT YOU NEED:
Can of (or fresh) baby corn
Butter
Sour Cream
Paprika
Chili Powder
Oregano
Garlic salt
Onion Powder
Lemon Juice
WHAT I DID:
•🌟I started with a can of baby corn and boiled it. Technically, you don’t need to boil it if it’s canned, but I didn’t realize that until I read it on an article online. It’s ideal to boil it if fresh, so that it gets softer. Don’t worry, there will still be a “crunch” factor to it!
•🌟After this, I put the corn in a bowl with a paper towel in it so that it could dry. It’s important to dry it off!
•🌟I then put butter in a skillet and dropped in the baby corn to grill. Make sure to move them around during the cooking process to get all sides. I put paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and some lemon juice on it while it was grilling.
•🌟While cooking, I made the sauce. I ended up changing the first sauce I made because it was too much. I tried mayonnaise in it because that’s what they normally do with street corn, but ew I hated how it turned out. SO, instead, I did sour cream as the main sauce then added paprika, chili powder, oregano, lemon juice, onion powder, and just a little bit of garlic salt. It was really a season to taste experience. The oregano really made it awesome. I added feta cheese crumbles to the sauce.
•🌟When the corn was grilled completely, I put it in a bowl and added the sauce on top. I put some more feta on top and mixed it all together.
🤍🤍From the first taste, I was IN LOVEEEEE. I wish I had more corn and sour cream because I’d eat it everyday. I might go get some today….🤍🤍
Let me know if you try it out or would like to!!
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Baby Elote is a delightful twist on traditional street corn, often made with fresh corn on the cob. By using baby corn, you not only create a different texture but also enhance the dish’s overall flavor profile. The key ingredients include butter, sour cream, paprika, chili powder, oregano, garlic salt, and lemon juice. When preparing Baby Elote, grilling is essential to develop a rich, smoky flavor, elevating the natural sweetness of the corn. It's advisable to dry the boiled baby corn thoroughly before grilling to ensure it gets that perfect char. To create a fantastic dipping sauce, many chefs prefer sour cream as a base rather than mayonnaise, which can overpower the delicate taste of the corn. Adding feta cheese crumbles brings creaminess and a salty kick, perfectly complementing the spices. Interestingly, Baby Elote has become popular not just in Indian cuisine but also in various fusion recipes across food cultures, making it a sought-after dish for foodies who enjoy trying new flavors. With its increasing popularity, it's clear that Baby Elote represents a fresh, fun way to explore street food right at home. Consider pairing it with a refreshing drink or as a side for grilled meats at your next barbecue!
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