Mexican street corn, called Elote, is a beloved dish that combines sweet corn with creamy, spicy, and tangy ingredients.

This recipe for spicy Mexican corn bites reworks the classic dish into portions that are perfect for parties and get-togethers.

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Use these instructions to make tasty Mexican corn bites like the ones pictured.

List of ingredients:

6 corn chips cut into 2-inch chunks.

1/2 cup mayonnaise.

1/2 cup sour cream.

1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese.

2 cloves chopped garlic

1 teaspoon lime juice.

1 teaspoon chili powder.

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayena pepper (optional, to make it hotter).

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped.

Salt and pepper to taste.

Directions:

Cooking the corn:

Place a large pot of salted water over the heat until it boils.

Add the corn kernels and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until they are soft.

Drain the corn and let it cool slightly.

Make the sauce:

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Mix well until well combined.

Armar los bocaditos de maíz:

Place the cooked corn kernels in a large bowl.

Add the sauce to the corn and stir until the corn is well coated with the sauce.

Adorn and serve:

Place the corn pieces on a platter to serve.

Add chopped cilantro and sprinkle a little more chili powder on top to garnish.

Serve immediately, while it’s hot.

Tips for making perfect Mexican corn jars: Cheese: If you can’t find cotija cheese, you can use feta cheese instead.

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