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    The Azteca
    1 bite · 2 chews

    The Azteca

    Elote bite with lime crema, cotija & ancho chili on a mini skewer

    Named for the legendary stadium — Mexico's cathedral of football

    The Story

    Estadio Azteca in Mexico City is hallowed ground — the only stadium to host two World Cup finals, where Pelé lifted the trophy in 1970 and Maradona scored the 'Hand of God' and 'Goal of the Century' in 1986. In 2026, Mexico welcomes the world again. Elote — grilled Mexican street corn slathered in crema, cotija cheese, and chili — is the unmistakable flavor of Mexican fútbol culture. This mini skewer brings the energy of the Azteca to every gathering.

    Prep: 20 minYield: 12 skewers

    Ingredients

    • 3 ears fresh corn
    • Lime crema
    • Cotija cheese, crumbled
    • Ancho chili powder
    • Fresh cilantro
    • Lime wedges
    • Mini skewers

    Preparation

    1. 1.Grill corn until charred, cut into 1-inch rounds.
    2. 2.Thread each round onto a mini skewer.
    3. 3.Brush with lime crema and roll in crumbled cotija.
    4. 4.Dust with ancho chili powder and garnish with cilantro.

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