Description
A creamy and flavorful dip inspired by Mexican street corn, made easy with an air fryer.
Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Add the corn kernels to the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway, until lightly charred.
- Transfer the corn to a mixing bowl and let it cool slightly.
- Add mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, lime juice, and cilantro to the corn. Mix well.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or sliced vegetables.
Notes
- For extra smokiness, grill the corn before mixing.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mexican