Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)

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

1. 1.Melt butter in skillet on medium-high.
2. 2.Add corn and mix with butter.
3. 3.Let corn char on bottom of pan. Then stir and char again.
4. 4.Add the jalapeno, saute for a minute and then remove from heat.
5. 5.Place into a bowl and add mayonnaise, garlic, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, cheese, chili powder and avocado.
6. 6.Serve warm or chilled, your choice.

butter, corn, mayonnaise, garlic, green onions, handful cilantro, lime, cotija cheese, chili powder, avocado

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/esquites-mexican-corn-salad-517010 (may not work)