Esquites
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Traditional mexican corn, bursting with flavors of fresh lime and chilis.
Esquites Recipe
Prep time:
5 Minutes
Cook time: 15 Minutes
Servings:
2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 2 tbsp queso fresco (or substitute vegan sour cream)
- 1 1/2 tbsp butter (or substitute equal parts vegan butter)
- 1 tbsp diced fresh poblano pepper, stem and seeds removed
- 2 cloves garlic, grated using a microplane
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp tajin chili salt (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and then add garlic and poblano pepper. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the corn kernels and allow them to char, about 5 minutes. Toss and cook until all sides are evenly charred.
- Remove from heat and toss kernels in lime juice and season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with queso fresco and tajin and serve warm.
About The Author
Sara Stevens
Sara Stevens is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, blogger, plant-based recipe developer at The Forest and Fig and beekeeper living in Vancouver, BC. She is enthused about all things food related - cooking, eating, and growing - and is passionate about health and nutrition, the connection between what we eat and how that relates to our personal health and wellbeing.
