Description
Creamy Mexican Corn Dip is a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring sweet corn combined with creamy mayonnaise, sour cream, and tangy cotija cheese, spiced with jalapeño, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Perfectly chilled and served with chips or fresh veggies, this dip brings a taste of Mexican street corn to your party or snack table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: hot sauce or cayenne for extra heat
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the corn kernels, mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, finely chopped jalapeño, cilantro, chili powder, smoked paprika, and lime juice until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Season and adjust heat: Taste the dip and season with salt and pepper according to your preference. For an added kick, incorporate a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper into the dip.
- Chill the dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully before serving.
- Serve: Present the chilled creamy Mexican corn dip with tortilla chips, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, grill or char the corn kernels before mixing them into the dip.
- This dip makes a fantastic addition to parties, BBQs, or taco nights.
- Adjust the level of heat by increasing or decreasing the amount of jalapeño, hot sauce, or cayenne pepper.
