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Esquites

Cultural Context

Esquites are a popular Mexican street food, often sold by vendors in markets and at fairs. This dish showcases the vibrant flavors of Mexico, combining sweet corn with tangy lime and creamy cheese. It is commonly enjoyed as a snack or side dish, especially during the summer months when corn is in season.

MexicanMXside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups corn kernels
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup jalapeno crema
1/2 cup queso fresco
2 tablespoons salsa negra
1/2 cup corn nuts
2 cured egg yolks

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and higher in protein.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta is lower in fat, while parmesan is often more affordable.

1

Heat a hot pan and add a little bit of oil.

2

Add corn to the hot pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Taste the corn to ensure it is cooked through and has a bit of caramelization without charring.

4

Prepare a base by spreading jalapeno crema at the bottom of the serving dish.

5

Mound the cooked corn on top of the jalapeno crema.

6

Top the corn with salsa negra for richness and smokiness.

7

Add crumbled queso fresco for tanginess and creaminess.

8

Sprinkle corn nuts on top for texture.

9

Finish with shaved cured egg yolks for saltiness and umami.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixinggarnishing

Equipment Needed

potbowlspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mexican Street Corn SaladElote en vaso
Local Name: Esquites

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