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Flavorful Elote Dip Stuffed Mini Peppers with Tajín Rim

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A quick and easy party appetizer featuring mini sweet peppers stuffed with a smoky, creamy elote dip and rimmed with zesty Tajín seasoning. Perfect for casual gatherings and game days.

Ingredients

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  • 20 mini sweet peppers, washed and halved lengthwise, seeds removed
  • 1 cup frozen or fresh corn kernels, thawed if frozen
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 cup Tajín seasoning for rimming
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the mini sweet peppers and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and membranes. Pat dry with a paper towel to help the Tajín stick.
  2. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown spots appear and a smoky aroma develops, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Mexican crema. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add roasted corn, crumbled queso fresco, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine. Fold in chopped cilantro if using.
  5. Pour Tajín seasoning into a shallow bowl. Lightly wet edges of each pepper half with lime juice or water, then dip rims into Tajín to coat.
  6. Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each pepper half generously with the elote dip mixture.
  7. Arrange stuffed peppers on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld and dip firm up slightly before serving.

Notes

Roasting the corn is essential for authentic smoky elote flavor. Pat peppers dry before rimming with Tajín to ensure it sticks. Prepare dip a day ahead and stuff peppers just before serving to keep them crisp. Use a piping bag for neat filling or a small spoon if preferred. Tajín rim can be substituted with chili powder mixed with salt and lime zest.

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Keywords: elote dip, stuffed mini peppers, Tajín rim, party appetizer, smoky dip, creamy dip, Mexican appetizer, easy recipe

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