esquites mexican corn

BBQ & Grill

Esquites Mexican Corn

This street corn dish, known as esquites, is served in cups instead of on the cob for all the flavor of elote without the mess.

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

Ingredients

4 large ears corn, husked
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 scallion, sliced
¾ cup crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco, plus more for garnish
¼ teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon salt
pinch of chipotle chile powder

Directions

Preheat grill to medium-high.
Grill corn, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, 8 to 12 minutes total.
Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, scallion, cheese, lime zest, lime juice, salt and chile powder in a medium bowl.
Cut the kernels from the cobs. Add to the bowl and toss to combine.