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Creamy Grilled Corn Elote Dip

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A creamy, smoky, and tangy dip inspired by Mexican street food elote, featuring grilled corn, Cotija cheese, and Tajín seasoning. Perfect for snacks and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (full-fat recommended or Greek yogurt for tangier twist)
  • 3/4 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons Tajín seasoning, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing corn before grilling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the corn with olive oil to avoid sticking and help caramelization (about 5 minutes).
  2. Grill the corn, turning every 2-3 minutes until evenly charred and fragrant, about 10-12 minutes, aiming for golden spots with a few blackened kernels.
  3. Remove the corn and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes until warm but manageable.
  4. Cut the kernels off the cob by standing each ear upright on a cutting board and slicing downward carefully to avoid bitterness, yielding about 3 cups (450g) of kernels.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, and Tajín. Stir until smooth and creamy. Add a tablespoon of milk or crema if a thinner texture is desired.
  6. Fold in the grilled corn kernels, jalapeño, and cilantro gently. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Stir in most of the crumbled Cotija cheese, reserving some for garnish.
  8. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and sprinkle the remaining Cotija cheese and an extra pinch of Tajín on top.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature. Reheat gently if needed.

Notes

If the dip thickens after chilling, stir in a little lime juice or crema to loosen it before serving. Don’t skip the Tajín garnish for a final flavor boost. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and mayonnaise with vegan alternatives and use nutritional yeast instead of Cotija cheese. Jalapeño seeds can be removed to reduce heat.

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Keywords: creamy corn dip, elote dip, grilled corn, Cotija cheese, Tajín, Mexican snack, easy dip recipe, party dip

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