How to Make Esquites - Mexican Corn

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.

Preheat the grill to about 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

Place fresh corn on the grill and cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and slightly charred.

Remove corn from the grill and let it cool for a few minutes.

Cut the corn kernels off the cob into a bowl.

In a food processor, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 2 chipotle peppers. Blend until smooth.

Taste the chipotle mayo and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Add the corn kernels to the bowl with the chipotle mayo and mix well.

Sprinkle in cotija cheese and tahini to taste, mixing until incorporated.

Serve warm, garnished with additional cotija cheese and cilantro if desired.

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