Elotes Mac Recipe
Corn, Lime, Cotija Cheese, Garlic Mayo, Tajin, Jalapenos, & Tortilla Strips
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Ingredients
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Elotes Mac Ingredients
Method
Elotes Mac Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic Mayo
In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, and salt to taste. Set aside.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, sweet corn, garlic mayo, Tajin seasoning, and crumbled cotija cheese. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Add Jalapenos
Fold in the sliced jalapenos and adjust seasoning with more salt or Tajin if desired.
- 5
Serve
Serve the Elotes Mac in bowls, topped with extra cotija cheese, tortilla strips, and a sprinkle of Tajin seasoning.