Creamy Esquites Mexican Street Corn
A vibrant and creamy Mexican street corn dish that’s perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 ears Fresh corn
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by husking the corn and removing all silk.
- Boil a large pot of water and add the corn. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Remove the corn from the pot and let it cool slightly.
- Once cool enough to handle, cut the kernels off the cob and place them in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, crumbled Cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Mix well to create a creamy dressing.
- Fold the dressing into the corn until evenly coated.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra Cotija cheese, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.
Notes
Feel free to swap out Cotija cheese with feta. Consider adding diced jalapeños for extra heat or freshly squeezed lime juice to elevate flavors.
Find it online: https://www.wholesomeeasy.com/easy-creamy-esquites-recipe/