Mexican Street Corn Hot Dogs
If you love bold flavors, these Mexican Street Corn Hot Dogs (elote hot dogs) are about to become a new favorite. Juicy hot dogs get piled high with a creamy, zesty corn topping inspired by classic street corn. Every bite has that perfect mix of smoky, creamy, and tangy goodness. They’re fun, family-friendly, and great for everything from busy weeknights to backyard cookouts. Even picky eaters love loading up their own with their usual toppings!
Yes! Fresh corn gives the best flavor, but frozen (thawed) or canned (drained) works in a pinch.
Crema is thinner and slightly less tangy, but sour cream works just fine as a substitute.
You can prep the corn mixture and crema sauce ahead, but assemble right before serving for the best texture.
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Ingredient Notes
- Olive oil: Helps the corn char up to a beautiful golden brown finish
- Fresh sweet corn: The base of the corn mixture with natural sweetness and texture
- Cayenne pepper: Adds a little heat without overpowering
- Smoked paprika: Brings that smoky flavor you’d expect from street corn
- Cumin: Adds warmth and depth
- Lime juice: Brightens everything with fresh, tangy flavor
- Crema Mexicana: Gives the topping a smooth, rich finish (similar to sour cream)
- Mayonnaise: Adds creaminess and helps bind the corn mixture
- Cilantro: Fresh flavor that ties everything together
- Cotija cheese: Salty, crumbly topping for that authentic finish
- Hot dogs: The hearty base of this recipe
- Hot dog buns: Soft and perfect for holding all that incredible flavor
Mexican Street Corn Hot Dogs
- Heat grill to 400°F. Remove husks from corn cobs. Drizzle olive oil over the corn cobs and use your fingers or a pastry brush to rub the oil over the corn. Grill corn on the preheated grill, turning every 3 minutes, until corn is cooked on all sides and beginning to char (about 20 minutes total).
- Remove corn from grill and cut kernels from cobs. Place corn kernels in a medium bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine cayenne, smoked paprika, and cumin.
- Add 2 tablespoons lime juice, ½ of the spice mixture, the cojita cheese, and ¼ cup cilantro to the corn. Toss to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon of lime juice, remaining ½ of the spice mixture, crema, and mayonnaise.
- Grill hot dogs over medium-high heat until cooked to desired temperature.
- Assemble hot dogs in buns, load with the corn mixture and then drizzle heavily with the crema mixture.
- Sprinkle with more chopped cilantro and cotija cheese. Serve immediately. Got leftovers? Pack them up for a fun lunch! We love these lunchboxes!
Mexican Street Corn Hot Dogs
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Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 ears fresh sweet white corn
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- 3 tablespoons lime juice divided
- ⅓ cup Crema Mexicana
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- 2 oz. Cotija cheese crumbled
- 8 bun-length hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
Instructions
- Heat grill to 400°F. Remove husks from corn cobs. Drizzle olive oil over the corn cobs and use your fingers or a pastry brush to rub the oil over the corn. Grill corn on the preheated grill, turning every 3 minutes, until corn is cooked on all sides and beginning to char (about 20 minutes total).
- Remove corn from grill and cut kernels from cobs. Place corn kernels in a medium bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine cayenne, smoked paprika, and cumin.
- Add 2 tablespoons lime juice, ½ of the spice mixture, the cojita cheese, and ¼ cup cilantro to the corn. Toss to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon of lime juice, remaining ½ of the spice mixture, crema, and mayonnaise.
- Grill hot dogs over medium-high heat until cooked to desired temperature.
- Assemble hot dogs in buns, load with the corn mixture and then drizzle heavily with the crema mixture.
- Sprinkle with more chopped cilantro and cotija cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
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