Description
Crispy tortilla chips topped with grilled or charred corn, a creamy Monterey Jack cheese sauce, and all the classic flavors of Mexican street corn, including mayo, feta, cilantro, cayenne, and lime.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk
- 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 (14-ounce) bag tortilla chips
- 1/4 cup cotija or feta, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons crema or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- Cayenne to taste
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add the corn and let it sit until it starts to char, then stir and let it char again. Remove from heat and stir in the mayonnaise.
- In a separate pan, mix the cornstarch into the cream and bring just to a simmer. Reduce the heat and stir in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth.
- Arrange the tortilla chips on a serving dish, pour the cheese sauce over them, then top with the charred corn, crumbled cotija (or feta), crema (or sour cream), cilantro, and a sprinkle of cayenne.
- Squeeze lime wedges over everything and serve!
Notes
- Option: Use grilled corn off the cob for a smoky flavor.
- Tip: If you like extra spice, add more cayenne or a bit of hot sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg