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Grilled Elote Steak Tacos

Juicy ribeye steak and smoky charred corn come together in these bold and creamy elote tacos, perfect for any summer gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Grilling, Main Course, Tacos
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pieces ribeye steaks Juicy and flavorful cut of beef.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Elote Topping
  • 4 ears corn, husked Charred for sweet and smoky flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Fresh herb for brightness.
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese Salty cheese that enhances flavor.
  • Juice of 1 lime lime Adds acidity and freshness.
  • Zest of 1 lime (optional) For added flavor.
For Serving
  • 8 pieces small flour or corn tortillas Soft tortillas to hold the tacos.
  • 1 piece jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional) Add for some extra heat.
  • to taste Lime wedges For serving.

Method
 

Char the Corn
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Place the corn directly on the grates and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until every side has a deep, smoky char. Let cool slightly, then slice off the kernels into a bowl.
Prepare the Elote Mix
  1. To the corn, add the mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, cotija cheese, lime juice, and lime zest. Mix gently — you want the topping creamy, not mushy. Taste and adjust with more lime or cheese if needed.
Grill the Steaks
  1. Season ribeye steaks liberally with salt and pepper. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side or until they reach your preferred doneness. Let them rest for at least 5 minutes — this step keeps the meat tender and juicy. Slice thinly against the grain.
Warm the Tortillas
  1. Place tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute per side. They should get warm, soft, and slightly charred.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Lay ribbons of grilled steak onto each tortilla. Spoon a generous amount of creamy elote on top. Add sliced jalapeño for a little heat, if you love spice.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Squeeze a wedge of lime over your taco, take a bite, and let the flavors work their magic.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider mixing in some Tajín, chili powder, or smoked paprika into the elote topping. Skirt or flank steak are great alternatives to ribeye. Char tortillas directly over the flame for extra smokiness.