Description
Mouthwatering Esquites is a delicious Mexican street corn dish that combines sweet corn with creamy, tangy flavors and spices, perfect for a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears of corn)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the corn kernels over medium heat until they are slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
- Add the charred corn to the mixing bowl and stir until well coated.
- Fold in the crumbled cotija cheese.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro and additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the corn mixture.
- Esquites can be served in cups for easy eating at parties or gatherings.
- Feel free to adjust the lime juice and chili powder to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Esquites, Mexican street corn, corn salad, summer recipes