Description
This creamy Mexican Corn Dip combines smoky charred corn with tangy mayonnaise, sour cream, and crumbled cotija cheese, spiced with chili powder and smoked paprika for a flavorful appetizer perfect for parties or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Herbs
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Dairy & Fats
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
Spices & Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Char the Corn: If using fresh or frozen corn, heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and cook for 5–7 minutes until lightly charred, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, smoked paprika, and lime juice until well combined.
- Add Fresh Ingredients: Stir in the finely diced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese into the sauce mixture.
- Combine Corn and Mix-ins: Fold the charred corn and chopped green onions (if using) into the mixture until evenly incorporated.
- Season and Chill: Season the dip with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve the dip chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, leave the jalapeño seeds in or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Add a handful of shredded cheddar cheese for a richer flavor.
- This dip can be served warm or cold, depending on preference.
- Using fresh corn will enhance the flavor, but frozen or canned corn can be used in a pinch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
