Name: Esquites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut off the cob from about 4 medium ears); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 jalapeño pepper (minced); ¼ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese (plus more for garnish); 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; ½ teaspoon fine salt; 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime); Chili powder (to taste)

Esquites

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Discover how to make incredible Esquites—a creamy corn salad bursting with flavor! Try this recipe now for an unforgettable snack experience.

Author: Sophie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
Category: Side Dish
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut off the cob from about 4 medium ears)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 jalapeño pepper (minced)
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese (plus more for garnish)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
½ teaspoon fine salt
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
Chili powder (to taste)

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Instructions

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add corn, garlic, and jalapeño; sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly charred and tender.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
Fold the sautéed corn mixture into the creamy dressing until well combined.
Adjust seasoning if needed; serve warm with additional cotija cheese and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Find it online: https://savorywithsophie.com/esquites/