Creamy, tangy, salty, zesty and oh so craveable, the buzz and excitement around Mexican-style street corn is still very much top of mind for consumers and a big topic of conversation – we’re seeing a 13% growth since last year in online mentions.1
Street Corn, or in Spanish, esquites, is a popular Mexican street food made from roasted off-the-cob corn, mayonnaise or Mexican Crema, lime juice, cotija cheese and peppers for a hint of spice. To assist in streamlining this recipe, HERDEZ® Mexican-Style Street Corn combines fresh, high-quality, authentic ingredients in a simple pack, so your back-of-house just has to heat and serve.
Of course, helping you stay up to date on menu trends is what we do, so let’s dive into four simple yet impactful ways you can use Mexican-style street corn on your menu.
1. Tex-Mex Brisket & Mexican-Style Street Corn Bowl
Customers will love the indulgent pairing of smoky, melt-in-your-mouth brisket and tangy, sweet Mexican-style street corn. Serve with a side of tortilla chips for scooping, or substitute the cilantro-lime rice with mixed greens for a salad with a kick.
2. Tres Amigos Dip Flight
Chunky, cool WHOLLY® Guacamole, bold, peppery HERDEZ® Quemada Charred Salsa Poblano and creamy, rich HERDEZ® Mexican-Style Street Corn. This flight has something for everyone, and the three iconic Mexican flavors and textures are a tasty addition to your happy hour or appetizer menu.
3. Street Corn Taco in a Bag
Perfect for a game day LTO or a quick make for a to-go counter. Crunchy chips make a great base for traditional taco fixings, and of course, top it off with a dollop of authentic Mexican-style street corn.
4. Mexican-Style Street Corn Pasta Salad
Shake up your sides by putting a flavorful twist on a beloved classic. Easy to execute while still loaded with flavor, this pasta salad recipe mixes pasta and cilantro with prepared Mexican-style street corn. Menu it as a side or it makes a great addition to fajita or barbecue platters.
Street Corn Prep Made Easy With HERDEZ® Mexican-Style Street Corn
Serve authentic flavors and fresh ingredients without the hours or mess of traditional street corn prep. Both flavors of HERDEZ® Mexican-Style Street Corn—Traditional and Chipotle–take just three simple steps from package to plate.
- Remove from package.
- If serving warm, follow heating instructions.
- Serve alone or mix into your favorite application.
Looking for more innovation and menu inspiration? Partner with us and we can help make it a little easier. All MegaMex Foods ingredients are authentically and thoughtfully crafted to save you time and labor without sacrificing quality.
1 Tastewise 2025
