Recipe - Mexican Street Corn

Whisk your tastebuds away on a culinary adventure with this quick and simple Mexican Street Corn recipe! In just 15 minutes, you'll be savoring a burst of flavor from fresh corn, tangy lime, and spicy Tajín seasoning, a true homage to the vibrant street food culture of Mexico.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 7 min
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3-4 ears of corn)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 lime
• 1 teaspoon chili powder or Tajín seasoning (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

• Remove the corn kernels from the cobs using a sharp knife.
• In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the corn is lightly charred and cooked through.
• Squeeze the juice of the lime over the corn and stir it in.
• Season the esquites with chili powder or Tajín seasoning, and salt to taste. Mix everything together until well combined.
• Serve the esquites in individual cups or bowls and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
• Optionally, you can garnish with some extra chili powder or Tajín seasoning for added flavour.