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Street Corn Nachos: The Ultimate Cilantro-Lime Cheese Delight Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Street Corn Nachos combine crispy tortilla chips with sweet corn, melted cheese, and a zesty sour cream-lime sauce, topped with crumbly cotija cheese and fresh cilantro for a flavorful and irresistible snack or appetizer perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 bag tortilla chips
  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or canned corn, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or queso blanco)
  • ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for melting the cheese on the nachos.
  2. Prepare Corn: Either grill or boil fresh corn kernels until tender. If using canned corn, drain and rinse it thoroughly.
  3. Make Sauce: In a bowl, combine the sour cream, lime juice, half the cotija cheese, and half the chopped cilantro. Mix well and set aside to develop flavors.
  4. Arrange Chips: Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet to create the base layer for the nachos.
  5. Add Corn: Evenly distribute the prepared corn kernels over the tortilla chips for bursts of sweetness in every bite.
  6. Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle the shredded cheese over the corn and chips, ensuring good coverage for melting.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  8. Top Nachos: Remove from the oven and drizzle the sour cream mixture evenly over the hot nachos for a creamy, tangy contrast.
  9. Garnish: Sprinkle the remaining cotija cheese and cilantro on top for added texture and fresh herbal notes.
  10. Serve: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute queso blanco with Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese if preferred.
  • For extra spice, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili powder before baking.
  • Using fresh corn will give the best flavor, but canned corn is a convenient alternative.
  • Make sure to serve nachos immediately to maintain crispiness of the chips.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/street-corn-nachos-the-ultimate-cilantro-lime-cheese-delight-recipe/