Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Recipe
Grilled Mexican Corn (Elote)
This fantastic grilled elote recipe is a great way to elevate something simple like corn and feel like you’re eating at a restaurant in your own home! Juicy, sweet and salty, and as spicy as you like it. You’ll need napkins on deck for this dish but that’s what makes summer eating fun. Get messy, who cares!
In this recipe you can get corn from Indian Springs Farmers Association, Johndale Farms or Joe Fekete Family Farm and perilla leaves from Veggi Co-op as a substitute for cilantro, which prefers cooler fall and spring temps.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup mexican crema (may sub sour cream)
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- Vegetable oil, for brushing
- 6 ears fresh corn, husked & cleaned
- ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- Fresh lime juice, about 2 medium limes
- Chili powder, cayenne powder, and/or paprika, for sprinkling
- Perilla leaves for garnishing
Directions
- Preheat an outdoor grills to medium-high heat (or indoor grill pan).
- To a medium bowl, add mayo, cream, garlic & stir to combine. If mixture is very thick, add a few more tbsp of crema to taste. Set to side.
- Brush grill grates with oil, add corn to the grill, cook for 8-10 minutes. Rotate corn a quarter turn every couple of minutes for even cooking.
- Remove corn from grill, evenly and liberally brush all ears with mayo-cream mixture.
- Either sprinkle with the cheese or add the cheese to a shallow bowl & dredge the corn through the cheese.
- Evenly squirt with lime juice & sprinkle with chili & cayenne powder and/or smoked paprika to taste.
- Garnish with Perilla leaves & serve immediately.
Source: Averie Cooks
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The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.