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Try SavoraMexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
Bring the vibrant flavors of Mexico right into your kitchen with this delightful Esquites recipe! This warm and creamy corn salad, often called Mexican Street Corn Salad, is a deconstructed version of elote, featuring tender, charred corn kernels tossed in a tangy, spicy, and cheesy dressing. It's incredibly easy to make and perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or a light meal.
Ingredients
- Corn kernels3 cups
- Mayonnaise1/4 cup
- Mexican Crema or sour cream1/4 cup
- Cotija cheese, crumbled1/4 cup
- Lime, juiced1
- Chili powder1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh cilantro, chopped2 tablespoons
- Olive oil or butter1 tablespoon
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
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If using fresh corn, carefully cut the kernels off the cobs. If using frozen corn, ensure it is thawed.
Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly charred, about 7-10 minutes.
While the corn cooks, prepare the creamy dressing. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Mexican crema (or sour cream), fresh lime juice, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the heat and add it directly to the bowl with the dressing. Stir gently to ensure all the corn is evenly coated.
Fold in most of the crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped fresh cilantro, reserving a small amount of each for garnish.
Transfer the Esquites to serving bowls. Garnish with the remaining Cotija cheese and cilantro. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
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