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Flavorful Gochujang Elote Recipe Easy Cast Iron with Toasted Sesame

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A bold fusion of Korean and Mexican street food flavors, this gochujang elote features buttery grilled corn coated in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce and topped with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (full-fat or vegan mayo)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the corn: Husk the ears, removing all silk threads. Rinse and pat dry (about 5 minutes).
  2. Make the gochujang sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  3. Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add softened butter. Let it melt and coat the pan evenly (about 2 minutes).
  4. Grill the corn: Add corn to the skillet and turn every 2-3 minutes using tongs to get an even char all around (10-12 minutes).
  5. Baste the corn with melted butter while grilling to caramelize the kernels and add richness.
  6. Remove the corn from the skillet and immediately slather each ear with the prepared gochujang sauce, covering all sides.
  7. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds generously over the coated corn. Add chopped cilantro if using.
  8. Serve hot with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

If the gochujang sauce is too thick, add a teaspoon of water or more lime juice to loosen it for easier spreading. Cook corn on medium-high heat to avoid burning butter. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly. For dairy-free, substitute butter with avocado oil and use vegan mayo. Frozen corn can be used but requires longer cooking time.

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Keywords: gochujang elote, Korean chili paste, grilled corn, toasted sesame, street food, spicy snack, cast iron skillet

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