Eat | Elote Nachos

  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 c. fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • Kosher salt

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice, divided, plus wedges for serving
  • 1/4 c. sour cream
  • 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 1 (9-oz.) package corn tortilla chips
  • 2 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack
  • 2 tbsp. crumbled Cotija
  • 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large ovenproof skillet over high heat, heat oil. Add corn; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer corn to a large bowl. Wipe out skillet (if using for nachos). Add jalapeño and 1 tablespoon lime juice to corn and stir to combine. In a small bowl, stir sour cream, mayonnaise, and remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice; season with salt.Layer chips and Monterey Jack in skillet or on a a large sheet pan. Bake until cheese is melty, about 5 minutes. Top chips with corn mixture, mayonnaise mixture, Cotija, and cilantro.

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