Esquites Tradicionales con Epazote (Warm Corn Cups)
Sweetcorn simmered with chilli and herbs, then spooned into cups with mayonnaise, cheese, lime and chilli powder.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.55 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Slice the kernels off the cobs with a sharp knife. If you are using frozen corn, there is no need to defrost it.
- 2
Heat the butter and oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Fry the garlic and chilli for 1 minute.
1 min - 3
Add the corn, epazote, water and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring now and then, until the corn is tender and most of the liquid has gone.
14 min - 4
Spoon the warm corn and a little of the cooking liquid into four cups.
- 5
Top each with a spoonful of mayonnaise, the feta, a sprinkle of chilli powder and some coriander.
- 6
Serve with a lime wedge to squeeze over and eat with a spoon while it is hot.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
