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A warm street corn salad recipe with buttery roasted corn in a creamy spiced sauce topped with cilantro, tomato and queso fresco. Provides a hint of heat to compliment the light and fruity white wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wine Pairing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Original pairing: Santa Cristina Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie  <\/span><\/a>

General pairings: Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon, Chardonnay

Full Party Menu <\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
Quick & Tasty Salad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This street corn salad is pretty quick to put together and has lots of fresh flavors. It was a good middle course to serve between more complex dishes. Not a lot of prep time is needed, but I always recommend a mise en plus approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hint of Spice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
For the wine we chose, we wanted a little heat, but not too much. It was a very light wine with a bit of fruit notes. So the squeeze of lime and the cilantro garnish  was just enough to not overpower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Specialty Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Roasted Corn <\/strong>
My go-to ingredient for this dish was Trader Joe’s frozen roasted corn. It has a nice smoky flavor that I like, which makes it great to add to chili and soups. I use it often. If your local store doesn’t carry it, you can get it online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have a deep love of grilling and want to roast corn from fresh cobs, go for it. I’m not going into grilling techniques here, but it isn’t that hard to do.  Just manage your time well and try not to burn it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Queso Fresco<\/strong> 
This is a mild, tangy, soft and crumbly fresh cheese traditionally made from raw cow milk or a combination of cow and goat I find it pretty easily at my grocery store.  But you can substitute with other crumbly cheese. such as Cotijo or a feta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Planning the Dish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Timing Elements
<\/strong>If you are going to roast the corn, I would make that ahead of time. Otherwise, this is a pretty quick set up the day of the event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Early Day of Serving<\/strong>: Prep your garnishes and accompaniments first so they are ready to go. I usually do all my fresh garnish prep the morning of. Chop cilantro, tomatoes, lime wedges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Day of Serving<\/strong>: Allow 20 minutes to make the base of the dish. You can make it ahead and keep warm or put it together just prior to serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Time of Serving<\/strong>: Add toppings and garnish right at the end when you are serving <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plating Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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assembly sketch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Serve in a little cup or small bowl so it’s easier scoop up to eat. The yellow corn and white cheese will pop more with a vibrant color (dark blue or black) as  contrast.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The garnish on top is the strongest color element. Try to get some height by piling it in the center.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n
(see Ware <\/em>section for plating supplies & ideas)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pairing Alterations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are many versions of this dish out there in the recipe world.  Which means there’s a lot of options for honing the flavors to pair best with your wine.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n
More Heat 
<\/strong>Add chopped jalapenos or other chili peppers to spike up the burn…if you dare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More Smoke
<\/strong>Add in some smoked paprika or try a smoked sea salt to replace the regular salt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
More Tang
<\/strong>Add in lime zest, more lime juice to bring more lime flavor to the front. You can also add in chopped bell peppers  of various colors, make it a fiesta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Mexi Street Corn Salad<\/h2>\n
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Buttery roasted corn in a creamy spiced sauce topped with cilantro, tomato and queso fresco. <\/span><\/div>\n
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Prep Time <\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
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Total Time <\/span>30 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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Ingredients
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  • 14<\/span> oz<\/span> roasted corn (whole kernels)<\/span><\/li>
  • 1 <\/span> tbsp<\/span> butter<\/span><\/li>
  • 3<\/span> tbsp<\/span> mayonaise<\/span><\/li>
  • 3<\/span> tbsp<\/span> sour cream<\/span><\/li>
  • 1<\/span> tbsp<\/span> lime juice<\/span><\/li>
  • 1<\/span> tsp<\/span> chili powder<\/span><\/li>
  • 1\/4<\/span> cup<\/span> queso fresco<\/span><\/li>
  • 1\/4 <\/span> cup<\/span> fresh cilantro<\/span><\/li>
  • 3<\/span> limes<\/span> cut in wedges<\/span><\/li>
  • 3<\/span> tomatoes, chopped<\/span><\/li>
  • toast pieces<\/span> for serving<\/span><\/li>
  • 1<\/span> dash<\/span> salt <\/span><\/li>
  • 1<\/span> dash<\/span> pepper<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n
    Instructions
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    • In a large sauce pan or pot, heat up butter over medium-high heat. <\/span><\/div><\/li>
    • Add roasted corn to heat up. Once warmed, turn down to medium heat.<\/span><\/div><\/li>
    • Add in mayonaise, sour cream, lime juice and chili powder and stir in gently.<\/span><\/div><\/li>
    • Salt and pepper to taste<\/span><\/div><\/li>
    • Remove from heat and plate or put in serving dish<\/span><\/div><\/li>
    • Garnish with tomatoes, cheese and cilantro. <\/span><\/div><\/li>
    • Serve with small toasts and lime wedges.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Keyword <\/span>corn, Event 1, Gluten-free, white wine pair<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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