Mexican Street Corn Dip

Ah yes — Mexican Street Corn Dip (elote dip) is creamy, cheesy, spicy, and perfect for parties or snacking. 🌽🧀🌶️ It’s basically all the flavors of Mexican street corn in a dipable form. Here’s a solid recipe:

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🌽 Mexican Street Corn Dip

Ingredients

• 4 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

• 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta as a substitute)

• 1 tsp chili powder (plus more for garnish)

• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 2–3 tbsp chopped cilantro, for garnish

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional:

• 1 jalapeño, finely chopped, for extra heat

• Tortilla chips for serving

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Instructions

1. Cook the corn:

   • If using fresh: sauté corn in butter over medium heat 5–7 minutes until slightly charred.

   • If frozen or canned: drain and sauté in butter until lightly golden.

2. Mix the dip base:
   In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Combine:
   Add the cooked corn and cotija cheese to the mixture. Stir until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.

4. Serve warm or chilled:

   • Warm: Microwave or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes until heated through.

   • Chill: Refrigerate 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

5. Garnish & enjoy:
   Sprinkle with extra cotija, chopped cilantro, chili powder, and serve with tortilla chips or as a side for tacos or grilled meats.

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💡 Tips

• For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño or a few dashes of hot sauce.

• Use a cast-iron skillet to lightly char corn for more authentic elote flavor.

• You can layer it in a baking dish with cheese on top and bake for a hot, melty version.

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I can also give you a creamy, baked version with cheese melting on top, perfect for serving at gatherings — it’s basically a crowd-pleaser in one pan.

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