Description
A creamy, spicy dip inspired by Mexican street corn (elote) — perfect for scooping with chips or veggies.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ⅓ cup white onion, diced
- 4 oz (≈113 g) canned diced green chiles (mild), drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 2⁄3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Tajín seasoning (or chili-lime salt)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cotija cheese (crumbled) or queso fresco
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté about 3 minutes until softened. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Add the corn kernels, drained green chiles, and a splash of water (if using fresh or frozen corn). Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender (about 5 minutes). :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Remove from heat. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, chili powder, garlic powder, Tajín, lime juice, and cilantro. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Stir the cooked corn mixture into the creamy sauce until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Garnish with extra cilantro and crumbled cotija or queso fresco. Chill if desired, or serve immediately with tortilla chips. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Notes
- You can use fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned corn (drained). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- If you want it spicier, add jalapeño or increase the chili powder. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- The dip thickens as it chills — if too thick, you can thin with a little milk or lime juice. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for 3–5 days. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- Serve cold, at room temperature, or slightly warmed depending on preference. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ≈ 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 348 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 517 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.05 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg
