Mexican Street Corn Dip

 

Bring the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food to your table with this delicious Mexican Street Corn Dip. Perfect for parties or gatherings, this dip combines sweet corn with a creamy, zesty blend of spices, cheese, and lime. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

4 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup sour cream

1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (substitute with feta if unavailable)

1/2 tsp chili powder, plus more for garnish

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp paprika

Juice of 1 lime

Salt to taste

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1/4 cup chopped green onions

Additional Cotija cheese and cilantro for garnish

Preparation:

Ingredients:

4 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup sour cream

1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (substitute with feta if unavailable)

1/2 tsp chili powder, plus more for garnish

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp paprika

Juice of 1 lime

Salt to taste

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1/4 cup chopped green onions

Additional Cotija cheese and cilantro for garnish

Preparation:

Cook the Corn:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add corn and cook until slightly charred (about 7-10 minutes). Let it cool.

Mix the Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, lime juice, and salt.

Combine Corn with Creamy Mixture:

Add the cooled corn to the creamy mixture in the bowl.

Add Cilantro and Green Onions:

Stir in chopped cilantro and green onions.

Garnish and Serve:

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with additional Cotija cheese, cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili powder.

Serve warm or at room temperature with tortilla chips.

This Mexican Street Corn Dip is sure to be a hit, offering a perfect blend of sweet, creamy, and zesty flavors. Enjoy this delightful dip at your next event!