elote means corn (maize) harvested before reaching full maturity. Lexicurio rates it Distinctive — a strength score of 68 out of 100.
noun
- Corn (maize) harvested before reaching full maturity.
- A street food dish originating in Central America, but now also popular in the United States, consisting of corn on the cob which is grilled or boiled and served on a stick, typically with toppings such as cheese, chili powder, mayonnaise, and lime juice.“I love elotes, esquites and arepas. I really love it in ice cream and pudding; if you haven't had these delicacies, do it now.”