Description
This Mexican Street Corn Dip is a delightful blend of sweet corn, zesty spices, and creamy cheese, providing an exceptional taste experience. It’s simple to prepare, making it ideal for gatherings or a quick snack, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. This recipe is guaranteed to impress food lovers looking for easy, homemade delights!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups frozen or canned corn, thawed or drained well
- 1 jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed and diced small
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3/4 cup cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the corn, jalapeño, garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Sauté until the corn is charred, approximately eight to ten minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in Cotija cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
- Serve warm or cold with tortilla chips.
Notes
For added flavor, grill the corn before adding it to the dip.
This dip can be prepared in advance and chilled in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Pair this dip with fresh tortilla chips for the best experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg