(Esquites) Mexican Street Corn Salad
Similar to Elote, Esquites' flavor comes from the perfect balance of corn, cheese, jalapeno, lime, and spices. This Mexican Street Corn Salad is easy to make and perfect for Cinco de Mayo or a BBQ!
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
- Boil husked corn in water until cooked. Remove and let cool.
- One at a time, stand each husk upright on a cutting board and cut downwards, removing all of the kernels.
- Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add kernels and let char slightly, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes.
- Add the jalapeno and cook for an additional minute or so.
- Remove the corn and jalapeno from the heat and place into a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well to combine. Garnish with additional lime wedges and cilantro if desired.
💰 Cost Estimate
Total Ingredients
$919.00
$919.00
Per Serving
$230.00/serving
$230.00/serving
🏠 Savings
~$1838.00 vs buying!
~$1838.00 vs buying!
📋 Price Breakdown (91% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|
| ears corn | 4 | $158.00 |
| lime | 1 | $103.00 |
| chili powder | 0.5 tbsp | $26.00 |
| cumin | 0.5 tbsp | $53.00 |
| smoked paprika | 1 tsp | $49.00 |
| mayonnaise | 3 tbsp | $19.00 |
| butter | 2 tbsp | $33.00 |
| cojita or feta cheese | 3 oz | $394.00 |
| jalapeno | 0.5 | $54.00 |
| reen onions | - | - |
| cilantro | 1 tbsp | $30.00 |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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