Description
These Mexican Street Corn Nachos are a vibrant and flavorful twist on traditional nachos, featuring charred corn, melted cheese, and a tangy lime crema. Perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer, they’re loaded with fresh ingredients and bold Mexican-inspired seasonings.
Ingredients
Scale
Nachos
- 1 bag (10-12 oz) tortilla chips
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 2-3 cobs, or frozen, thawed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
Crema
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Toppings
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta as a substitute)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp TajÃn seasoning (or chili powder)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prepare for the nachos.
- Char the Corn: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is slightly charred and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble Nachos: Spread the tortilla chips out in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese evenly over the chips. Next, distribute the charred corn kernels over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the nachos for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Make the Crema: While the nachos are baking, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, chili powder, and garlic powder in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Top and Serve: Remove the nachos from the oven. Drizzle the prepared crema evenly over the top. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeño (if using), and TajÃn seasoning over the nachos. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Notes
- For authentic flavor, use fresh corn on the cob if possible, but frozen thawed corn works as well.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity or omit it for less heat.
- TajÃn seasoning adds a tangy, slightly spicy finish but can be substituted with chili powder if unavailable.
- To make this dish vegetarian, ensure the cheese and crema ingredients are vegetarian-friendly.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the nachos crispy and fresh; leftovers may become soggy.
