Easy Elote Dip

Easy Elote Dip is a simple, quick dip that captures the flavors of classic Mexican street corn.

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Prep Time 12

Cook Time 3

Total Time 15

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mexican

Servings cups

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

saute 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 cotija cheese or queso fresco crumbled
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: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Keyword appetizer, corn dip, Easy Elote Dip, Mexican dip, party dip