This Corn Queso Dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with sweet corn for the perfect bite. Easily customizable-keep it mild or kick up the heat with jalapeños or hot sauce. Perfect for parties, game days, or in this case..a summertime poolside snack!
Poolside snacks are a must have around this house and this one hit the spot! I'm always looking for a way to use my favorite sausage (Conecuh Smoked Sausage) and adding it to this dip did NOT disappoint!
What I love most about this Recipe? It's customizable! Make it meatless, add more veggies or hispanic flavors... Make it yours!
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Ingredients
- Corn
- Cilantro
- Red Onion
- Jalapeno
- Tomatoes
- Cheeses - Sharp Cheddar, Queso Fresco, and Velveeta
- Evaporated Milk
- Ground Sausage
- Taco Seasoning
See recipe card for quantities.
Make Ahead Taco Seasoning
No more buying packets of seasoning! Make your own and save your cash. Want it spicier? Add more cayenne. Want more color to it? Add more paprika. Make it YOUR seasoning the way YOU want it.
Here's What You'll Need:
- 3 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 2 tablespoon Cumin
- 2 tablespoon Pepper
- 2 ½ tablespoon Kosher Salt or Sea Salt
- 2 tablespoon Oregano
- 2 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 2 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to 350°F. Season corn with 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning (Fiesta That).
- Step 2: Grill corn for 20 minutes on indirect heat.
Tip: This can also be cooked in an oven or pellet grill. For this recipe, I used a weber charcoal grill.
- Step 3: In an aluminum pan, prep ingredients while the corn cooks. Chop cilantro and dice onion and jalapeños. Cut all cheese into cubes.
- Step 4: Remove corn from the grill and cut corn away from cob.
- Step 5: Mix corn and remaining taco seasoning into ingredients in the aluminum pan.
- Step 6: Grill the corn queso for 1 hour, stirring it at the 30 minute mark. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Tip: Do not cover the aluminum pan with a lid. This will allow more of the smoky charcoal flavor to incorporate into the Corn Queso Dip.
Equipment and Supplies
- Weber Summit Kamado - A charcoal grill with a large cooking area, dual-walled insulation
- Taco Seasoning - Fiesta That is a zesty Mexican seasoning that's perfect for fajitas, tacos, grilled meats, and more!
- Drip EZ Tubs - Collapsible tubs great for meal prep and storing food. Season for meats in an easy to clean container and keep your counters free of mess.
- Aluminum Pans with Lids - Great for quick clean ups when hosting and juggling multiple dishes.
Storage
After allowing the dip to cool, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Additions and Ideas
What to dip with:
- Crunch Options - Fritos, pita chips, pretzel crisps, buttery rounds (crackers) or tortillas.
- Veggie Options - Celery sticks, carrot chips, bell pepper strips and even cucumber chips!
- Funky Options - Tater tots or fries, toasted bread cubes or grilled sausage slices.
Make it Spicier:
- Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, or Paprika for a smokey taste.
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Recipe
Corn Queso Dip
Equipment
- Grill or Oven
- Large Aluminum Pan
Ingredients
- 3 Ears of Corn husked
- 2 tablespoon Taco Seasoning
- ⅓ Bunch Cilantro chopped
- ½ Red Onion diced
- 2 Jalapeños diced
- 10 oz Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chilis or 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 8 oz Sharp Cheddar shredded or cubed
- 8 oz Queso Fresco cubed
- 32 oz Velveeta Cheese cubed
- 12 oz Evaporated Milk
- 8 oz Smoked Sausage ground
Instructions
- Preheat grill to 350°F. Season corn with 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning (Fiesta That).
- Grill corn for 20 minutes on indirect heat.
- In an aluminum pan, prep ingredients while the corn cooks. Chop cilantro and dice onion and jalapeños. Cut all cheese into cubes.
- Remove corn from the grill and cut corn away from cob.
- Mix corn and remaining taco seasoning into ingredients in the aluminum pan.
- Grill the corn queso for 1 hour, stirring it at the 30 minute mark. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Chef Tim Clowers says
Street Corn Queso Dip is out of bounds smoky and delicious