ESQUITES (MEXICAN ELOTES SALAD)

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Elote, made from grilled corn on the cob and slathered in deliciousness, is a popular street food that shows up at the local fair every year. Esquites are an off-the-cob version that makes a refreshing salad on a hot summer day. Top with more Cotija cheese and a dusting of Tajin®.

Provided by CJ

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ears corn, kernels cut from cob
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 small shallot, minced
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or more to taste
1 teaspoon chile-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®), or more to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 ounces Cotija cheese, crumbled
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add corn kernels, in batches if necessary. Stir briefly; sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Cook, without stirring, until corn is slightly charred, about 2 minutes. Stir once and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Mix shallot, mayonnaise, and chile-lime seasoning together in a large bowl. Stir in the corn and jalapeno until well coated in dressing. Stir in 1/2 of the cilantro and Cotija cheese. Taste and season as desired. Top with the remaining cilantro. Serve each portion with a lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 16.2 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 335.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

gregory treadway
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This Esquites salad was a disappointment. The corn was tough and the dressing was too sour. I would not recommend this recipe.


Hafiz Habib
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra chili powder and cumin, and it was much better. Overall, it's a good recipe, but it could use a little more flavor.


Anthony Stamper
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This recipe was a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar, or omitting it altogether. Otherwise, it was a good salad.


Gulam Husan
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This Esquites salad is a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob. It's easy to make and very flavorful. I added some chopped cilantro and jalapeño, and it was perfect.


Baby Rai
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I tried this recipe last night, and it was delicious! I used fresh corn on the cob, and it really made a difference. The salad was so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


William Roberts
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This Esquites salad is so good! It's the perfect summer side dish. It's light and refreshing, and it has a great flavor. I love that it's so easy to make, too. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Rakibul Hasan
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This recipe is amazing! I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. I highly recommend it.


Boo New
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This Esquites salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved it! It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob. I will definitely be making this again.


Tanveer ali
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I'm not usually a fan of corn salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of sweet corn, creamy mayonnaise, and tangy lime juice is irresistible. I also love the addition of cotija cheese and chili powder. It really takes the flavor over


MD Riajul
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This Esquites recipe is a keeper! It's so flavorful and refreshing, and it's the perfect summer side dish. I love that it's so versatile, too - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I added some chopped cilantro and jalapeño to mine,