Description
A zesty and smoky twist on the classic deviled egg, featuring charred corn, Cotija cheese, lime, and chili for an authentic elote flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 jalapeno, finely minced
- Smoked paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs for 12 minutes, then shock in an ice bath.
- Char the corn in a hot skillet until golden brown.
- Halve the eggs and combine yolks with mayo, sour cream, lime, and chili powder.
- Fold some corn and jalapeno into the yolk mixture.
- Pipe the filling into egg whites and garnish with remaining corn, Cotija, and cilantro.
Notes
High in protein, gluten-free, and a perfect fusion of American and Mexican cuisines.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 95 kcal per half egg