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Esquite Recipe

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Jan 03 2026

40m

Serves 4

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Make Esquite in just 40m. fresh corn topped chipotle & cheese

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Preparation

Directions

1. Prepare and char the corn

Shuck 4 ears of fresh corn. If using raw ears, cut kernels from the cobs to yield about 4 cups. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kernels are tender and lightly charred.

2. Make chipotle crema

In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Mexican crema with minced chipotle peppers in adobo (about 2 peppers) and 1 tablespoon of adobo sauce. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste.

3. Combine corn with crema

Transfer the warm corn to a serving bowl. Pour the chipotle crema over the corn and toss to coat evenly.

4. Finish with cheese and herbs

Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese over the coated corn. Garnish with chopped cilantro (2 tablespoons) and additional lime juice if desired.

5. Serve

Divide esquites into 4 bowls or cups and serve immediately while warm. Optional: offer extra cotija and lime wedges on the side.

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