If you can only make one game night snack for the rest of your life, make it this Mexican Street Corn Dip recipe. Seriously, just forget every other party recipe you’ve ever known, because this is the Holy Grail of gamer grub. Your guests might think they’re here to play games, but once this party dip hits the table, the real battle begins. Prepare yourself.
How To Make Mexican Street Corn Dip For Game Night
This isn’t just any dip—this is esquites, a.k.a. Mexican street corn dip, a.k.a. corn in a cup, a.k.a. The Dip That Conquers All.
This party snack recipe is creamy, cheesy, tangy, and has a hint of spice that’ll have your taste buds rolling doubles (if doubles are totally a good thing in the game you’re playing, that is).
Will your friends fight over this game night snack?
Absolutely.
Will there be accusations of hoarding that will be lore at game night parties for generations?
Definitely.
Will you care if it’s you that eats the most dip?
Nope.
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You’ll notice that I’ve specifically listed Hellmann’s Mayonnaise in the recipe.
That’s because I really do mean Hellmann’s mayo.
The type of mayo you use will make or break this recipe, so don’t come at me when you use Bubba XYZ’s generic “salad dressing” (because how is that even allowed to be called mayo?!?) and get banned from game night for bringing crappy snacks.
I’ll just say a big ole I TOLD YOU SO while I happily eat my correctly prepared street corn dip.
RECIPE NOTE: I will concede that you can use the Southern mayonnaise equivalent Duke’s mayo, but I prefer Hellmann’s.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cups corn fresh, cut from the cob, canned (drained), or frozen
- 2 Tablespoons Hellmann's mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese or queso fresco crumbled, plus extra for topping
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced, plus extra lime wedges for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder plus extra for topping
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, crumbled cheese, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, smoked paprika (or chili powder), and garlic powder. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Stir until combined. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a heavy pan. Spread corn kernels in a single layer in the pan. Roast for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the outsides of the kernels have browned. (Some will have a charred look, but don't let them burn!)
- Remove pan from heat and add mayo mixture over roasted corn in pan. Stir to combine completely.
- Spoon corn dip into a serving dish. Sprinkle with extra crumbled cheese, paprika (or chili powder), and cilantro (optional). Serve warm immediately with tortilla chips and lime wedges so guests can squeeze fresh lime juice over their portion.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutrition values are approximations and can vary based on measurement, brands, substitutions, ingredient freshness and more. You are encouraged to make your own calculations based on your own dietary needs and specifications.
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Remember, the player who gets the last bite of this Mexican Street Corn Dip recipe is the real winner. Go all in.
