Elote vs Esquites: Choose the Right Corn Dish

Elote is Mexican street corn served as a whole cooked ear, usually grilled and coated with mayonnaise, crema, cheese, chile, and lime. Esquites are loose corn kernels served in a cup, commonly sautéed or simmered with chile, epazote, and cooking liquid before receiving similar toppings. The main difference is format, texture, moisture, and eating experience. […]