Description
Elote Dip is a creamy, cheesy delight that captures the essence of Mexican street corn in every bite. This indulgent dip combines sweet corn with zesty lime and a hint of chili for a flavor explosion. Perfect for parties, game nights, or cozy evenings at home, it pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips or fresh veggies. Whip it up quickly and watch it become a favorite at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- If using fresh corn, cook briefly before measuring out 2 cups and placing in a mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, blend mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in lime juice and chili powder to the creamy mixture.
- Gently fold in the corn and crumbled queso fresco to maintain texture.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added heat, mix in diced jalapeños. Substitute Greek yogurt for mayo for a tangier twist. Top with crumbled feta or Tajín for extra flavor.