Description
A creamy, flavorful Mexican Corn Dip featuring a blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, and a touch of jalapeño heat. Perfect as a party appetizer served chilled with tortilla chips or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing snack that comes together in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen corn kernels (thawed, or use canned corn)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
Cheese & Herbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend cheese)
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Vegetables & Seasonings
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 jalapeños, seeds removed and finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Crumbled queso fresco or more chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Combine the creamy base: In a large bowl, mix the sour cream and mayonnaise together until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Add the corn: Stir in the thawed frozen corn kernels, or drained canned corn, ensuring they are evenly distributed within the creamy base.
- Mix in cheese and fresh ingredients: Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, finely chopped red onion, and jalapeños to the bowl. Mix thoroughly for an even blend of flavors and textures.
- Season the dip: Incorporate the fresh lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are combined well.
- Taste and adjust: Sample the dip and adjust seasonings as desired by adding extra salt, pepper, or lime juice to suit your palate.
- Chill to meld flavors: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting time enhances flavor integration, making the dip taste even better when served.
- Serve: Scoop the dip into a serving bowl and garnish with crumbled queso fresco or additional chopped cilantro if desired. Pair it with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or crackers for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, keep the seeds in the jalapeños or add more jalapeños.
- Using freshly shredded cheese offers better flavor and melt than pre-shredded options.
- This dip can be made a day ahead and refrigerated to deepen the flavors.
- If using canned corn, drain thoroughly to avoid a watery dip.
- To make it vegetarian, ensure the cheese and sour cream are from vegetarian sources.
