How to cook Esquites a very popular dish in mexico.

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.

Chop half of an onion finely.

Slice about three serrano peppers.

Cut kernels off 12 corn cobs using a sharp knife.

Heat a saucepan on the stove.

Add corn, onion, and serrano peppers to the saucepan.

Add chicken (wings or feet) or a chicken bouillon cube to the mixture.

Add water and a lot of salt, then bring to a boil.

Lower heat to low and simmer for about 1.5 hours until tender.

Taste and adjust salt if necessary.

Serve with lime juice and mayonnaise, and top with Parmesan cheese.

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