This recipe for corn salsa from Chipotle is exactly what your looking for if you want that same delicious vibrantly flavoured corn salsa you get at Chipotle.
Course Condiment, sidedish
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword chipotle, Corn, Salsa
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Marinating Time 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 40 minutesminutes
Servings 4servings
Cost $5
Ingredients
1can 12 fl oz or 341 ml corn niblets, drained and rinsed
1/2cupred onion, finely chopped
1jalapeño, seeds removed and finely chopped(adjust based on heat preference)
2/3cupfresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 2 limes
1/2teaspoonsalt, or to taste
1/4teaspoonpepper, or to taste
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned corn to remove any excess liquid and starch. This step helps to freshen up the flavour of the canned corn, making it more similar to fresh corn in taste.
Combine the drained corn, finely chopped red onion, chopped jalapeño, and cilantro in a medium mixing bowl. Mix these ingredients well to ensure they are evenly distributed.
Next, squeeze the juice of two limes over the corn mixture. This step is crucial as the lime juice adds a bright, citrusy flavour that's key to replicating the Chipotle-style salsa. Don't forget to add salt and pepper, then stir everything together until well combined.
After preparing the salsa, it's important to let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour before serving. This resting time is crucial as it allows the flavours to meld together, intensifying the overall taste and making the salsa more delicious.
Serve your salsa chilled as a side, or use it as a topping for tacos, nachos, burritos, or bowls. It’s also excellent as a standalone dip with tortilla chips.