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esquites and prepared corn are classics of Mexican cuisine that will never go out of style. On any corner, you will find a cart with corn and esquites and you will always be asked: With spicy chili or not spicy chili?. If you want to learn how to make homemade esquites with epazote or prepare some corn with mayonnaise and fresh cheese, here we share two easy, quick, and flavorful recipes. Perfect for your family gatherings, the Patriotic Holidays, or even to start your own business. You can also read:
6 quick and delicious soups and broths with cornHomemade Mexican Esquites RecipeThe Mexican esquites (also known as corn in a cup) are corn kernels cooked with epazote, garlic, and onion. They are served hot and complemented with mayonnaise, fresh cheese, lime juice, and chili piquín.Ingredients for esquites with epazote:2 tbsp. of lard1/4 onion finely chopped1 garlic clove chopped2 dried chili peppers4 cups of corn kernels1 L of water3 sprigs of epazoteSalt to tasteMayonnaiseFresh cheeseChili piquínLime juiceStep-by-step preparation:Sauté the onion, garlic, and dried chili peppers in hot lard.Add the corn kernels, water, and epazote sprigs. Cook over medium heat for 30 minutes or until the corn is tender.Serve in cups and accompany with mayonnaise, fresh cheese, chili piquín, and lime juice.Prepared Corn with Mayonnaise and Cheese RecipeThe
prepared corn is another irresistible Mexican snack. They can be served boiled or grilled on a comal, and they are always accompanied by mayonnaise, grated cheese, chili powder, and lime. Ingredients for corn with mayonnaise and cheese:8 cups of water6 corn cobs2 sprigs of epazote1 cup of mayonnaise1 cup of grated fresh cheeseChili piquínSaltLime juiceWooden sticksStep-by-step preparation:Boil the corn cobs in water with epazote and salt until tender.Grill the corn cobs on a hot comal until slightly charred.Insert a wooden stick into each corn cob.Spread mayonnaise, sprinkle grated fresh cheese, and add chili piquín and lime juice.Now that you know how to make esquites and prepared corn, enjoy them at home during a Mexican night, a school fair, or a
September 15th party. You can also sell them in your neighborhood as part of a food business. Continue reading:
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