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Craving Mexican street corn bowl? 5 tasty tips

Mexican street corn bowl
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Enjoy a delicious Mexican street corn bowl, also known as esquites. This recipe offers a less messy way to savor the classic flavors of elote, loaded with creamy sauce and your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped red onion (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. If using fresh corn, cut kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, thaw it.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add corn kernels and cook until tender and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. While the corn is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder. Season with salt to taste.
  4. Once the corn is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Add the prepared sauce to the skillet and stir to coat the corn evenly.
  5. Gently fold in half of the cotija cheese, cilantro, and red onion (if using).
  6. Serve the esquites immediately in bowls.
  7. Garnish with the remaining cotija cheese, cilantro, and red onion. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • Feel free to add other toppings like diced jalapeƱos or a drizzle of hot sauce.
  • Cotija cheese can be substituted with feta cheese if unavailable.

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