Calabacitas con Elote (Mexican Style Zucchini with Corn)

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Calabacitas con Elote (Mexican Style Zucchini with Corn)
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 20, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 small zucchini, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Optional: 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the zucchini, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the corn and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cilantro and jalapeño (if using).

Interesting Facts

  • This dish is a great way to use up summer zucchini.
  • Calabacitas con Elote is a traditional Mexican dish.
  • It is a great vegetarian-friendly dish.