Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)

• butter↗2 tablespoons
• corn↗3 cups
• jalapeno, seeded and diced↗1⁄2
• mayonnaise↗3 tablespoons
• garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic paste↗1
• green onions, sliced↗2
• handful cilantro, chopped↗1
• lime, juiced↗1
• Cotija cheese (or Mexican blend cheese)↗2 tablespoons
• chili powder, to taste↗1⁄8 teaspoon
• avocado, diced↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   1.Melt butter in skillet on medium-high.

2. 2

   2.Add corn and mix with butter.

3. 3

   3.Let corn char on bottom of pan. Then stir and char again.

4. 4

   4.Add the jalapeno, saute for a minute and then remove from heat.

5. 5

   5.Place into a bowl and add mayonnaise, garlic, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, cheese, chili powder and avocado.

6. 6

   6.Serve warm or chilled, your choice.