Description
A crispy, cheesy grilled cheese sandwich filled with smoky elotes-style corn, creamy sauce, cotija, cilantro, lime, and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grilled corn kernels
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices thick sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons softened butter, for grilling
Instructions
- Grill the corn until slightly charred. If using frozen or canned corn, sauté it in a skillet until lightly browned.
- In a bowl, combine the grilled corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, cilantro, and cotija cheese.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Place two slices of bread butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add shredded mozzarella evenly over the bread, then spoon the elotes corn mixture on top.
- Add more mozzarella over the corn mixture, then place the remaining bread slices on top with the buttered side facing outward.
- Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
- Let the sandwiches rest for 1 minute before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
- Use canned or frozen corn if fresh corn is unavailable; drain canned corn well before sautéing.
- Add sliced jalapeños or pepper jack cheese for extra heat.
- Use sourdough bread for a richer flavor and sturdier texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat to keep the bread crispy.
- Avoid microwaving, as it may make the bread soggy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
