Esquites Recipe
Romaine lettuce, Chipotle chicken, roasted corn, onion, & poblano pepper mix, black beans, cotija cheese, pickled jalapeños, elote spice blend, tortilla strips, and sliced avocado; served with Chipotle lime crema
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Ingredients
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Esquites Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
If not already cooked, season chicken with chipotle seasoning and cook until fully done. Shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Roast the Corn
If using fresh corn, grill or roast it until slightly charred and tender. If using canned or frozen corn, simply heat it through.
- 3
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, chipotle chicken, roasted corn, sautéed onion and poblano, black beans, and elote spice blend. Toss until mixed well.
- 5
Assemble the Dish
Serve the mixture in bowls, topping each serving with crumbled cotija cheese, pickled jalapeños, sliced avocado, and tortilla strips.
- 6
Finish with Crema
Drizzle chipotle lime crema over the top and serve immediately.
