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Creamy Mexican Street Corn Queso Dip Recipe with Tajín Chips

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A creamy, tangy, and smoky Mexican street corn queso dip served with zesty Tajín seasoned tortilla chips. Perfect for quick snacks, parties, and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) roasted corn kernels, fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) queso fresco, crumbled (substitute cotija if needed)
  • ½ cup (120ml) Mexican crema or sour cream
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • About 4 cups (100g) Tajín seasoned tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups of fresh or thawed frozen corn kernels. Cook, stirring occasionally, until kernels char and turn golden brown in spots, about 8–10 minutes. Alternatively, roast under the broiler for 5–7 minutes, tossing halfway.
  2. While the corn cools slightly, soften 8 ounces of cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Add 1 cup crumbled queso fresco and ½ cup Mexican crema or sour cream. Stir until smooth but slightly chunky.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, and diced jalapeño if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Fold the roasted corn into the creamy mixture. Squeeze the juice of 1 fresh lime over the top and gently mix to combine.
  5. Transfer the dip to a serving dish. Sprinkle extra Tajín seasoning on top if desired. Serve surrounded by Tajín seasoned tortilla chips.

Notes

Roast corn until charred for smoky flavor. Soften cream cheese fully before mixing. Add lime juice last to keep flavors bright. Tajín chips add signature chili-lime kick. For thinner dip, add milk or more crema; for thicker, use less liquid. Can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 3 days. Warm gently before serving.

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

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