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Indulge in a Cup of Deliciously Seasoned Mexican Street Corn (Esquites)

Imagine a cup filled with warm, buttery roasted corn, slathered in a creamy, tangy sauce, dusted with cheese, and sprinkled with a zesty, chili seasoning. This easy-peasy snack is perfect for game day, holiday bashes, or summer barbecues. Get ready to gobble and go!

Esquites in a cup

Elote, the street corn we know, originates from Mexico City where it’s a popular street food. Corn is a primary ingredient for the city’s street vendors who specialize in antojitos (little cravings).

Difference between Elote & Esquites

“Elote” is the Mexican name for grilled corn on the cob, usually served on a stick or with the husks pulled down to make a handle. “Esquites” are essentially the same corn kernels removed from the cob and served in a cup, meant to be eaten with a spoon.

What’s in Mexican Street Corn in a Cup

Corn: Roasted corn will provide the best flavor.  Corn just off the grill, fire-roasted corn in a can, or frozen roasted corn are all options for making street corn.

Butter: Unsalted butter is recommended.  

Mayonnaise: You can use Mexican crema as a substitute for mayonnaise.

Cheese:  Parmesan, Queso Fresco, and Cotija are great choices to top the corn.

Seasonings: Tajin with lime seasoning, Valentina,  or paprika &  chile powder combination.

How to Make Mexican Street Corn in Cup

Place the corn in a microwaveable bowl and heat it for 5-6 minutes, or until it’s completely warm.

Drain warm corn, and place 1/2 cup of corn in a cup or bowl. Place 1 tablespoon of butter on corn, and stir until melted into corn.

Then stir a teaspoon of mayonnaise in corn, sprinkle with cheese, then sprinkle the seasoning. 

Mexican Street Corn can serve as a side dish or as a dip.

esquites with lime and seasoning

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Mexican Street Corn in a Cup (Esquites)

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It’s sweet, salty, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavor. Perfect for game day, holiday parties, and more!!.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups roasted corn fresh roasted, can fire-roasted, or frozen roasted
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 4 tbsp stick of butter
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese/ or crumbled queso fresco
  • Tajin with Lime seasoning or Valentina seasoning
  • lime wedges (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Warm the corn in a microwavable bowl and heat for 5-6 minutes, or until the corn is warmed through.
  • Drain warm corn, and place 1/2 cup of corn in a cup or bowl. Place 1 tablespoon of butter on corn, and stir until melted
  • Then stir a teaspoon of mayonnaise in corn, sprinkle with cheese, and next the seasoning
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