Description
Indulge in creamy esquites, a vibrant Mexican snack featuring sweet corn, creamy mayonnaise, zesty lime, and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Corn Kernels (Fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (For toasting corn)
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (Dairy-free option available)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (Optional substitute: parsley)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice (Or lemon juice if unavailable)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder (Adjust spice level as desired)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (To taste)
- 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese (Or alternatives like feta)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter until bubbly.
- Add the corn kernels to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Stir in mayonnaise, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste, serve warm, and garnish with crumbled cotija cheese and lime wedges.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Creamy Esquites