Description
This vibrant Street Corn Dip recipe captures the smoky, tangy flavors of Mexican street corn, combining charred corn kernels with creamy mayo, sour cream, tangy cotija cheese, fresh jalapeño, and a splash of lime. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack, it can be served warm or chilled alongside tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
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Corn Mixture
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Dressing & Seasoning
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Char the Corn: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is slightly charred and caramelized. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly to bring out the smoky flavor.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and well blended to form the creamy, spiced base of the dip.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir the charred corn into the dressing mixture, then fold in 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, finely chopped jalapeño, and the juice of 1 lime. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Serve: Serve the street corn dip warm or chilled as a flavorful appetizer or party dip, paired with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator to let flavors meld.
- Add additional lime juice or a splash of hot sauce before serving to brighten and customize the flavor.
