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Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Queso Dip Recipe with Tajín Chips

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A creamy, tangy, and spicy Mexican street corn queso dip paired with tangy Tajín-seasoned chips, perfect for parties or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh corn kernels, roasted or grilled
  • 8 oz queso fresco, crumbled
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Tajín seasoning (for chips and garnish)
  • Thick tortilla chips for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Spread corn kernels in a single layer on a sheet pan or grill pan. Roast or grill for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway, until slightly charred and fragrant.
  2. While corn cools slightly, combine softened cream cheese and Mexican crema (or sour cream) in a medium bowl. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in crumbled queso fresco, minced garlic, chopped jalapeño (if using), ground cumin, chili powder, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Fold roasted corn kernels and chopped cilantro into the cheese mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld. To serve warm, heat in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  6. Lightly dust tortilla chips with Tajín seasoning just before serving.
  7. Spoon dip into a serving bowl, garnish with extra cilantro and Tajín, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

If dip is too thick, stir in a tablespoon of milk or more crema to loosen. For smoother texture, pulse briefly in a food processor but keep it chunky for authentic street corn feel. Roast corn carefully to get smoky char. Season chips with Tajín just before serving to keep them crisp. Jalapeño seeds can be removed to reduce heat.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn dip, queso dip, Tajín chips, party dip, creamy dip, spicy dip, easy appetizer

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