Best 8 Mexican Corn Dip Recipes

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Mexican corn dip, also known as esquites (pronounced es-KEE-tes), is a popular appetizer or side dish that is commonly enjoyed in Mexico and has gained popularity in many other countries. It is made with fresh or frozen corn kernels, roasted or grilled and mixed with a variety of flavorful ingredients. The result is a creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy dip that is both delicious and visually appealing. Whether you are hosting a party or simply looking for a quick and easy snack, Mexican corn dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN CORN DIP



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For tasty make-ahead dip try this recipe. It goes fast at office parties or any gathering. Mildly spicy, it's easy to alter if you want it to have more of a kick. Make sure your corn chips are large enough to scoop up a hearty helping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (11 ounces) yellow and white whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
4 ounces pepper Jack cheese, shredded
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
1/8 teaspoon sugar
Additional chopped green onions, optional
Tortilla or corn chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and sugar; stir into corn mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Sprinkle with additional green onions. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

MEXICAN STREET CORN DIP



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Great use for sweet summer corn. Serve with tortilla chips.

Provided by Ashley Wellner's Kitchen

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons salted butter
4 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 clove garlic, minced
6 tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 medium lime, juiced
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn, jalapeno, and garlic; saute until charred, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in cotija cheese, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

MEXICAN CORN DIP



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Make and share this Mexican Corn Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Cheese

Time 5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 (11 ounce) cans Mexican-style corn, drained and rinsed
12 ounces Mexican blend cheese, shredded 3 cups (such as Sargento brand 4-cheese Mexican blend)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
2 ounces diced jalapenos, drained (half of a 4 oz can, add more if you'd like)
2 -3 green onions, chopped, to taste
1 dash Tabasco sauce
salt and pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl and serve with tortilla or corn chips.
  • Can be chilled 24 hours before serving.

CHIPOTLE MEXICAN STREET CORN DIP WITH GOAT CHEESE



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I was craving Mexican street corn that I had during a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta, so I came up with this fabulous dip. It blends the traditional profile of the popular street food with updated flavors for a tasty twist. -Joseph A Sciascia, San Mateo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 medium ears sweet corn
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup crumbled goat cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Brush corn with oil. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat until lightly browned and tender, 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Cool slightly., Preheat oven to 350°. Cut corn from cobs; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in goat cheese, mayonnaise, green chiles, pimientos, green onions, chipotle pepper, cilantro, lime juice and zest, cumin and chili powder. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake until bubbly and golden brown, 35-40 minutes. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MEXICAN CORN DIP RECIPE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn (drained)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 red bell pepper (diced)
2 green onions (sliced)
1 Tablespoon diced green chiles (drained)
1 (13 ounce) package tortilla chips (for dipping)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Spoon mixture into a 1 quart baking dish.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2523 kcal, Fat 103 g, SaturatedFat 31 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Sodium 1006 mg, Carbohydrate 341 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 56 mg

WARM MEXICAN CORN DIP



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This is a delicious, easy, and creamy corn dip. You can adjust the spicy level according to the type of tomatoes with green chile peppers you buy. Serve with tortilla chips.

Provided by Jamie Beth

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
2 (15.25 ounce) cans white corn, drained
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese, butter, corn, and tomatoes with green chile peppers in a slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to Low. Cook until the cream cheese and butter melt completely, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 272.9 mg

MEXICAN STREET CORN DIP



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Mexican street corn dip from Aunt Kay. Serve with chips or in taco shells.

Provided by Amanda Uher

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 limes, juiced
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro, or to taste
3 tablespoons butter
5 (11 ounce) cans Mexican-style corn, drained
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons chile powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro together in a bowl and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in corn. Add jalapeno, chile powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Cook and stir until corn starts to brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in yogurt mixture and cotija cheese.
  • Transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.8 calories, Carbohydrate 71.2 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 2577 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

SPICY MEXICAN CORN DIP



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Whenever I serve this dip I get requests for the recipe. It's a little spicy because of the jalapenos, but you can adjust it to your taste! Enjoy!!!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Corn

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) can mexicorn, drained
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
2 jalapenos, chopped and seeded
2 tablespoons picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Refrigerate overnight if possible.
  • Serve with corn chips, such as Frito's.

Tips:

  • Use fresh corn: Fresh corn on the cob is best for this dip, but you can also use frozen or canned corn in a pinch.
  • Roast the corn: Roasting the corn adds a smoky flavor to the dip. You can roast the corn in the oven or on the grill.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: This dip is a great way to use up leftover cheese. You can use a combination of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and queso fresco.
  • Add some spice: If you like spicy food, you can add some chopped jalapeños or chili powder to the dip.
  • Serve with tortilla chips: This dip is perfect for serving with tortilla chips, but you can also serve it with pita chips, crackers, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Mexican corn dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover corn and cheese, and it can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give this Mexican corn dip a try!

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