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Creamy Authentic Mexican Street Corn Dip

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A creamy, tangy, and spicy Mexican street corn dip inspired by classic esquites, perfect for parties or quick snacks. This easy homemade recipe features roasted corn, mayo, cotija cheese, and a punch of lime for an addictive flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5–6 ears), preferably roasted
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (can substitute Greek yogurt)
  • 3/4 cup cotija cheese, finely crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 large lime)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Remove husks and silk from 5-6 ears of fresh corn. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain well.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and cook, stirring frequently, until golden-brown char spots appear, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Transfer roasted corn to a mixing bowl and let cool for a few minutes.
  4. In the same bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  5. Fold in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro gently but thoroughly.
  6. Add roasted corn to the creamy mixture and stir until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning with more chili powder or lime juice if desired.
  7. Serve warm or chilled. For best flavor, refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving and bring to room temperature.

Notes

Roast the corn well to develop smoky, caramelized spots for best flavor. Adjust chili powder to taste for desired heat. The dip tastes better after chilling for a few hours. For dairy-free, substitute mayo and sour cream with vegan alternatives and use vegan cheese or nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn dip, esquites, creamy corn dip, party dip, easy appetizer, cotija cheese dip, roasted corn dip

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