Beef Elote Taco Bowls™
Sweet, spicy, cheesy grilled Mexican street corn is coming to a dinner table near you — in an easy, beefy taco bowl!
35 Minutes Prep
35 Minutes Total
8 Servings
Ingredient List
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) corn kernels
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
- 1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 8 Old El Paso™ Soft Tortilla Bowls
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- Lime wedges
Preparation
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add corn, green onions, red pepper and salt; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until corn begins to brown. Transfer to medium bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise, sour cream and lime juice.
- In same skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes longer or until thickened.
- Meanwhile, heat bowls as directed on package. Divide beef mixture among bowls. Top with corn mixture, then top with queso fresco cheese and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Expert Tips
- Elote is traditional Mexican grilled sweet corn on the cob. Serve with lime wedges and an extra sprinkle of ground red pepper for authentic elote flair.
- Pat corn kernels dry before adding to butter to help them brown nicely.
