Description

Indulge in the flavors of the streets of Mexico with this delicious Mexican Street Corn Dip. Creamy, tangy, and perfectly spiced, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will disappear fast at any gathering.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

For Serving:

tortilla chips

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Instructions

Sauté Corn: If using fresh or frozen corn, sauté it in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until slightly charred, about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and diced jalapeño if using. Mix well until fully combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Chill or Serve: Chill for 10–15 minutes or serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Notes

For extra flavor, grill fresh corn on the cob before cutting off the kernels.
You can also add diced red onion or green onions for more texture.
This dip can be served warm or cold.