Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad) - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons butter
3 cups corn
1/2 jalapeno, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic paste
2 green onions, sliced
1 handful cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons Cotija cheese (or Mexican blend cheese)
1/8 teaspoon chili powder, to taste
1 avocado, diced
Preparation
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1.Melt butter in skillet on medium-high.
2.Add corn and mix with butter.
3.Let corn char on bottom of pan. Then stir and char again.
4.Add the jalapeno, saute for a minute and then remove from heat.
5.Place into a bowl and add mayonnaise, garlic, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, cheese, chili powder and avocado.
6.Serve warm or chilled, your choice.
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