Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe
A flavorful and creamy Mexican Street Corn Dip that combines sautéed corn kernels with tangy sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and spicy cayenne pepper, all topped with crumbled Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Perfect as a party appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
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
- 1 Tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Cook Corn: Melt the salted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kernels start to brown and caramelize slightly.
- Cool Corn: Remove the skillet from heat and allow the corn to cool for about 10 minutes to avoid melting the dairy ingredients when combined.
- Make Dip: In a mixing bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Combine Cheese and Corn: Set aside 2 tablespoons of the crumbled Cotija cheese for garnish. Add the remaining cheese into the corn mixture and stir thoroughly to blend all flavors.
- Finish and Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish the top with the reserved Cotija cheese and sprinkle with the minced fresh cilantro. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for the best flavor, but frozen or canned corn also works well.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
- The dip can be served warm or chilled depending on preference.
- For a vegan version, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with vegan alternatives and use vegan cheese.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Keywords: Mexican Street Corn Dip, Corn Dip, Cotija Cheese Dip, Appetizer, Party Dip, Mexican Snack
Find it online: https://kitchenbyrita.com/mexican-street-corn-dip-recipe/
