Description
Mexican street corn, or esquites, is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of traditional street food right into your kitchen. This delightful recipe combines sweet, roasted corn with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lime, and a medley of spices and fresh herbs, making it an irresistible side dish for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, esquites is sure to impress your guests. With its quick preparation time and customizable toppings, this dish is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser that you’ll want to serve repeatedly.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3–4 cups fresh corn (cut from the cob or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese or queso fresco (grated)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a heavy skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the corn in a single layer and roast for 10-15 minutes until lightly charred.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, cheese, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, smoked paprika (or chili powder), garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and then fold in the warm roasted corn.
- Serve immediately with extra cheese and cilantro on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 11mg