Esquites (Mexican Corn)

(from castro15’s recipe box)

Categories: Sides

Ingredients

  • 4 large ears corn, husked
  • 2 tbsp. mayo
  • 2 tbsp. sour cream
  • 1 scallion, sliced
  • 3/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese or queso fresco, plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp. lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Pinch of chipotle chile powder

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high.

  2. Grill corn, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, 8 to 12 minutes total.

  3. Meanwhile, whisk mayo, sour cream, scallion, cheese, lime zest, lime juice, salt and chile powder in a medium bowl.

  4. Cut the kernels from the cobs. Add to the bowl and toss to combine.

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