This Elote Bowl with Grilled Pineapple recipe is the perfect blend of smoky, spicy, sweet, and savory flavors. Grilled pineapple adds a tropical touch to this traditional Mexican street corn dish, creating a unique and delicious meal that will satisfy all your cravings.
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 pineapple, peeled and sliced into rings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Directions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- Brush pineapple slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill pineapple for 2-3 minutes per side, until caramelized.
- Remove corn from grill and cut kernels off the cob.
- Divide corn among bowls and top with grilled pineapple slices.
- Drizzle with the mayonnaise mixture and garnish with additional cotija cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Elote is a popular street food in Mexico made with grilled corn, mayonnaise, cheese, and spices.
Grilling pineapple enhances its natural sweetness and caramelizes the sugars for a delicious flavor.
This Elote Bowl with Grilled Pineapple recipe puts a twist on the classic street corn dish with a tropical touch.