Air-Fried Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

Course: Side dish

Ingredients:

• 4 ears of corn, husks removed

• Cooking spray

• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons sour cream

• 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese (or feta cheese)

• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

• Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

2. Carefully shuck the corn and remove any silk strands.

3. Rinse the corn under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

4. Place the ears of corn in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray with olive oil.

5. Air fry the corn for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through, or until the kernels are tender and lightly charred in spots.

6. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and grated cotija cheese until well combined.

7. In a second small bowl, mix together chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.

8. Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the air fryer basket.

9. Using a brush or spoon, evenly coat each ear of corn with the elote topping mixture then sprinkle seasoning mixture on top.

10. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top of the coated corn, if desired and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the corn.

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