Description
Mexican Street Corn Dip is a creamy, zesty, and flavorful dip inspired by traditional Mexican elote street corn. Ready in under 15 minutes, it combines smoky charred corn, tangy Cotija cheese, lime juice, and a spicy kick for a perfect party snack or topping. This versatile dip is easy to customize and pairs beautifully with chips, tacos, or grilled dishes.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or Tajín
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Corn: Start by cooking fresh or frozen corn kernels. Sauté them in a hot skillet over medium-high heat until lightly charred and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes, to mimic the traditional grilled flavor of street corn.
- Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Whisk or stir together until smooth and creamy, forming the luscious foundation of your dip.
- Add the Flavors: Stir in the cooked charred corn, crumbled Cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and chopped cilantro. Fold gently to keep the cheese crumbly and the cilantro fresh.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the dip and adjust seasonings to your preference — add more lime juice for extra tang, additional chili powder for more heat, or a pinch of salt if needed.
- Serve Immediately or Chill: Serve the Mexican Street Corn Dip warm right away for comforting flavors or refrigerate for about an hour to let the flavors meld and the texture firm up before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh corn when possible for better sweetness and texture.
- Char the corn kernels to add authentic smoky flavor.
- Adjust cream cheese and mayonnaise ratios to control dip consistency.
- Chilling the dip enhances flavor melding and firms texture.
- Garnish with extra Cotija cheese, cilantro, and chili powder just before serving for visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 1/3 cup)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Mexican street corn dip, elote dip, creamy corn dip, party appetizer, Mexican dip, chip dip, game day snacks