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Easy Elote Dip

Easy Elote Dip

This Easy Elote Dip brings the flavors of classic Mexican street corn into a quick and delicious dip, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 cups

Equipment

  • large sauté pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 1 pound whole kernel corn (about 3.5 cups)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt (or mayo)
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 lime juice of
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • freshly-cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized. Add in the garlic, and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Remove from heat and add the corn to a mixing bowl. Add in the remaining ingredients and stir until combined. Taste, and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to five days.

Notes

Feel free to use frozen or canned corn, or fresh corn cut off the cob that has been cooked.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup
Keyword Appetizers, Dip, Easy Elote Dip, Mexican recipes, Party Food, quick recipes
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