Esquites Corn Cup
Warm, buttery corn kernels tossed with creamy mayo, cotija cheese, and chili powder in a crispy tortilla cup. Ready in 10 minutes—the ultimate handheld snack.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 8g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat butter in a medium skillet over medium-high until foaming, ~1 minute.
Step 2
Add corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until kernels are warm and edges turn golden, ~3 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from heat. Stir in mayo, cotija, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Step 4
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet 15 seconds per side, then gently form each into a cup shape.
Step 5
Spoon warm corn mixture into each tortilla cup. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- medium skillet
- wooden spoon or spatula
- small bowl (optional, for assembly)
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