Ranch Style Elote Esquites Mexican Corn 3 Ways Rsc

Elevate your street food game with this vibrant Ranch Style Elote Esquites Mexican Corn, served 3 irresistible ways! This recipe transforms tender sautéed corn into a creamy, tangy delight with a rich blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and ranch seasoning, topped with crumbled Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a zing of lime. Perfect as a versatile side dish or crowd-pleasing appetizer, it offers three exciting variations: smoky bacon crumbles, creamy diced avocado, or bold charred poblano pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy esquites recipe is packed with classic Mexican flavors and customizable toppings for a dish that's guaranteed to impress. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and let the fiesta begin!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob (kernels removed)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix
• 1 cup Cotija cheese (crumbled)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 whole Lime (cut into wedges)
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)
• 3 slices Cooked bacon (crumbled, for variation 1)
• 1 whole Avocado (diced, for variation 2)
• 1 whole Charred poblano pepper (diced, for variation 3)

Directions

Step 1

Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off the cob from each of the 4 ears of fresh corn. Set the kernels aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring often, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 cup of sour cream, and 2 tablespoons of ranch seasoning mix. Stir until smooth.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked corn to a large serving bowl and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, fold the ranch mayo mixture into the corn until it's evenly coated.

Step 5

Add 1 cup of crumbled Cotija cheese, 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Mix gently to combine.

Step 6

Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the esquites and stir. Serve with additional lime wedges on the side.

Step 7

For variation 1, stir in 3 slices of crumbled cooked bacon for a smoky twist.

Step 8

For variation 2, gently fold in 1 diced avocado for a creamy addition.

Step 9

For variation 3, mix in 1 diced charred poblano pepper for a bold, roasted flavor.

Step 10

Top your esquites with additional Cotija cheese, a drizzle of hot sauce (optional), and more chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1909.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4195.2

Total Fat 331.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 546.1mg	0%
Sodium 5114.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.0g	0%
Total Sugars 57.7g
Protein 84.9g	0%

Vitamin D 28.5IU	0%
Calcium 1228.2mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 3553.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.7%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 24.6%