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Delicious Mexican street corn bowl: 4 servings

Mexican street corn bowl
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Enjoy a delicious and easy Mexican street corn bowl, also known as esquites. This recipe offers a less messy way to savor the flavors of elote, packed with creamy sauce and your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: diced red onion, jalapeño slices, avocado

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add corn kernels and cook until tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and cumin.
  4. Pour the creamy sauce over the cooked corn and stir to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with additional cotija cheese and your favorite optional toppings.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Cotija cheese can be substituted with feta cheese if unavailable.

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