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Flavorful Elote Nachos Recipe Easy Homemade Street Corn with Tajín Crema

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A delicious twist on classic nachos combining crispy tortilla chips with smoky grilled corn, tangy Tajín crema, and authentic Mexican toppings for a flavorful snack or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of fresh corn, husked (or about 3 cups of frozen corn, thawed)
  • 1 bag (10-12 oz) sturdy tortilla chips
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (full-fat or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tsp Tajín seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C), approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Grill the corn by placing husked ears directly on the grill. Turn every 2-3 minutes until all sides are charred and kernels are tender, about 10-12 minutes total. If using a skillet, toss corn every few minutes to get even color.
  3. Cool the corn enough to handle, then stand each ear upright on a cutting board and slice the kernels off with a sharp knife, avoiding the tough core.
  4. Make the Tajín crema by combining mayonnaise, Mexican crema (or sour cream), lime juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons Tajín, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy. Adjust lime or Tajín to taste.
  5. Spread tortilla chips evenly on a serving platter or baking sheet. Spoon grilled corn kernels evenly over chips, then drizzle generously with the Tajín crema mixture.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the nachos, followed by thin jalapeño slices and chopped cilantro.
  7. Finish with a light dusting of remaining Tajín and a few cracks of fresh black pepper. Serve immediately to keep chips crunchy.

Notes

Assemble nachos just before serving to keep chips crunchy. Crema and grilled corn can be prepared up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated separately. Use sturdy tortilla chips to prevent sogginess. For extra lime flavor, zest the lime into the crema. Adjust jalapeño slices and Tajín seasoning to control heat level.

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Keywords: elote nachos, street corn, Tajín crema, Mexican snack, grilled corn nachos, easy nachos recipe, summer snack

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