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Creamy Mexican Street Corn and Cotija Cheese Dip Easy Recipe with Tajin Chips

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A creamy, tangy, and smoky Mexican street corn dip with salty Cotija cheese, served with zesty Tajin-coated tortilla chips. Perfect for quick appetizers or party snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (450g) roasted corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup (120g) mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
  • 3/4 cup (90g) finely crumbled Cotija cheese
  • Juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons / 30ml)
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup (30g) Tajin chili lime seasoning
  • Thick-cut tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a dry cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 3 cups (450g) of corn kernels and roast, stirring occasionally, until kernels are evenly charred and fragrant, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup (120g) mayonnaise, 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream, the juice from 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons / 30ml), and 1 minced garlic clove. Stir until smooth.
  3. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix well.
  4. Gently fold 3/4 cup (90g) crumbled Cotija cheese and the roasted corn kernels into the creamy mixture. Add 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro and fold gently.
  5. Taste and adjust flavors by adding more lime juice or chili powder if desired.
  6. Toss thick-cut tortilla chips in about 1/4 cup (30g) Tajin seasoning to coat evenly.
  7. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and surround it with the Tajin chips. Garnish with extra Cotija cheese and cilantro if desired.

Notes

Roast the corn slowly to get a good char without drying it out. Do not overmix the dip to keep corn kernels intact. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Toss chips in Tajin seasoning just before serving to keep them crunchy. The dip can be refrigerated up to 4 hours; bring to room temperature before serving.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn dip, Cotija cheese dip, Tajin chips, creamy corn dip, party appetizer, easy dip recipe, smoky corn dip

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