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Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe with Cotija Cheese Easy and Best

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A creamy, smoky, and tangy Mexican street corn dip featuring roasted corn and authentic Cotija cheese, perfect for parties and quick snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn) or thawed frozen corn
  • 1 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the fresh corn kernels and roast without stirring for 3-4 minutes until they start to char and brown. Stir and continue roasting for another 3-4 minutes until smoky and charred. If using frozen corn, ensure it is thawed and patted dry before roasting.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), fresh lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the roasted corn kernels to the creamy mixture. Fold in crumbled Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and diced jalapeño if using. Stir gently to combine without breaking the corn.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, chili powder, or lime juice as desired.
  5. Serve immediately warm or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Both ways are delicious.
  6. Before serving, garnish with extra Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of chili powder.

Notes

Roasting the corn to get charred kernels is key for authentic smoky flavor. Avoid over-mixing to keep texture. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste, especially if Cotija cheese is saltier or milder. Can be served warm or chilled. For dairy-free version, substitute mayo, sour cream, and Cotija with vegan alternatives.

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