Description
This quick and easy Mexican Street Corn Dip captures all the vibrant flavors of classic Mexican street corn in a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Perfect for parties or casual get-togethers, this dip is ready in just 20 minutes and features caramelized corn, tangy lime, and a zesty kick of cayenne pepper, all topped with salty Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 Tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tablespoons sour cream
- Juice of half a lime
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅔ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
For Serving
- 1 Tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Cook Corn: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kernels begin to slightly brown and caramelize. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Make Dip: Stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper into the cooled corn mixture until well combined. Reserve a couple tablespoons of Cotija cheese, and fold the rest into the corn mixture.
- To Finish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with the reserved Cotija cheese and minced fresh cilantro. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh or frozen corn kernels and sauté until slightly caramelized.
- Adjust cayenne pepper according to your preferred spice level.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; stir before serving.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
