Elote Dip with Tortilla Chips (Printable Version)

A tangy, creamy Mexican dip featuring charred corn, cotija cheese, and lime served with crispy tortilla chips.

# What You Need:

→ Elote Dip

01 - 4 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen and drained
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1/4 cup sour cream
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced
10 - 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
13 - 1 lime, zest and juice
14 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

15 - Tortilla chips for dipping
16 - Lime wedges

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and corn kernels. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until corn is golden with charred edges. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, diced jalapeño, cotija cheese, cilantro, red onion, lime zest, and lime juice. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Add the cooled charred corn to the bowl with base ingredients. Stir until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
04 - Transfer dip to a serving bowl. Top with additional crumbled cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a light sprinkle of chili powder.
05 - Serve warm or at room temperature with tortilla chips and lime wedges alongside.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Savory blend of charred corn and creamy cotija cheese for authentic Mexican flavor.
  • Quick and easy preparation, ready in just 25 minutes.
  • Versatile appetizer perfect for parties, game days, or casual snacking.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for various diets.
02 -
  • Use fresh or frozen corn for best texture; drain canned corn well to avoid excess moisture.
  • Char the corn carefully to get that authentic smoky flavor without burning.
  • Adjust jalapeño amount to control heat level according to your taste.
  • Serve the dip warm for best flavor or at room temperature for easy prep during parties.
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