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Chipotle’s Sweet Corn Salsa Recipe

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3.9 from 71 reviews

A vibrant and flavorful Sweet Corn Salsa inspired by Chipotle, combining charred poblano peppers, sweet corn, fresh jalapeños, and zesty lime juice for a perfect appetizer or side dish. This easy-to-make salsa is fresh, tangy, and ideal for serving with tortilla chips or as a topping.

  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 14 servings

Ingredients

Peppers and Vegetables

  • 2 poblano peppers
  • 32 ounces frozen sweet corn, thawed
  • 1 medium red onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced small (keep seeds and ribs for more heat)
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (about 1/2 to 2/3 cup)

Seasonings and Others

  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 large limes, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Broiler: Move the oven rack to the highest position and preheat the broiler on high to prepare for charring the peppers.
  2. Char Poblano Peppers: Place the poblano peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet. Spray them lightly with olive oil and broil for 6 to 8 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is thoroughly charred. Monitor carefully to avoid burning.
  3. Steam and Peel Peppers: Use tongs to transfer the charred peppers to a small bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap to let them steam for a few minutes. Peel off the charred skin, discard the skin, stems, and seeds. Slice the peeled peppers into strips, then dice them.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the thawed sweet corn, diced red onion, diced poblano, diced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro. Sprinkle the mixture with sugar and kosher salt.
  5. Add Lime Juice and Toss: Squeeze the juice from the two limes over the mixture. Toss everything together thoroughly to blend the flavors. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
  6. Serve: Serve the sweet corn salsa chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, as a delicious appetizer or side dish.

Notes

  • Keep jalapeño seeds and membranes for more heat; remove them if you want a milder salsa.
  • Thaw frozen corn completely before mixing for the best texture.
  • Use fresh limes for the best fresh and bright flavor.
  • This salsa can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • For extra smoky flavor, you can grill the poblanos instead of broiling.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Broiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/chipotles-sweet-corn-salsa-recipe/