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Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe

Published: July 31, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Serves: 8 Difficulty: Easy Category: Appetizer Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 4 ears corn, kernels cut off
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly charred.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Add cooked corn and mix well.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve with tortilla chips.

Special Notes

This creamy dip captures all the flavors of Mexican street corn in a shareable format. The combination of charred corn, cotija cheese, and spices creates an authentic taste that's perfect for parties. The key is to char the corn slightly to bring out its natural sweetness. It's a great appetizer that everyone will love.