Description
This Loaded Mexican Street Corn Dip brings together the creamy tang of sour cream and mayonnaise with the vibrant flavors of chili powder, lime, and cilantro. With crumbled feta cheese adding a salty punch, this dip is a perfect appetizer that captures the essence of Mexican street corn. Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful mix of textures and zesty flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Corn Mixture
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Seasonings
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the main ingredients: In a large bowl, add 2 cups of corn kernels, 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup mayonnaise, and 1 cup crumbled feta cheese. These create the creamy and cheesy base of the dip.
- Add the seasoning: Mix in 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, along with salt and black pepper to taste. These ingredients infuse the dip with bold, zesty flavors characteristic of Mexican street corn.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir all ingredients together until evenly combined ensuring the flavors are well distributed throughout the dip.
- Transfer to serving dish: Spoon the mixture into a suitable serving bowl or dish to prepare for chilling and serving.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and to serve it cold and refreshing.
Notes
- This dip can be served with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or toasted baguette slices.
- For added heat, sprinkle a little extra chili powder or some diced jalapeños.
- Use fresh corn kernels when available for best flavor, but frozen corn works well too.
- The feta cheese can be substituted with cotija cheese for a more authentic Mexican flavor.
- Make the dip up to one day in advance and keep refrigerated to enhance the flavors.
