A staple of summer grilling, it’s easier to make at home than you might think.
The charred kernels and the tangy sauce really make this different from your everyday corn on the cob.
Small town events, and their street cart food, mean that summer is really here!
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No Corn on the Cob?
Esquites is a similar preparation to elote.
The difference is the corn is cut from the cob and charred in a skillet.
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It’s a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob!
What to Pair With Mexican Street Corn
Grilled Mexican corn makes any backyard barbecue into a party.
you’re free to also substitute crumbled feta for the cotija cheese.
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Taste and season the mixture with salt if needed.
Place the husked corn directly onto grill grates.
Turn over and repeat.
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When all sides are browned, remove from the grill onto a plate.
Using a brush or a spoon, coat each ear of corn with the crema mixture.
Sprinkle with crumbled cojita cheese.
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Sprinkle with additional chipotle pepper, if desired.
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
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