Description
Creamy Corn Elote Dip is rich, tangy, and packed with the bold flavors of Mexican street corn. Sweet corn, lime, cheese, and spices come together in a creamy dip that works perfectly for parties.
Ingredients
3 cups corn kernels
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1 small jalapeño, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the corn and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until it looks lightly charred.
3. Transfer the corn to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.
4. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
5. Stir until the dip looks creamy and evenly combined.
6. Serve right away or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
Frozen corn works well if you thaw and dry it first.
Add extra cotija and chili powder on top before serving for a stronger finish.
Serve with tortilla chips or sliced vegetables.