Irresistible Flavorful Street Corn Esquites Recipe You’ll Love!
A delicious and creamy street corn esquites recipe that captures the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 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, heat the corn over medium heat until it starts to char slightly.
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
- Add the charred corn to the bowl and mix until well combined.
- Stir 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.
- This dish can be served as a side or a snack.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg