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Flavorful Charred Street Corn Nachos with Queso

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A quick and easy party snack featuring smoky charred corn, creamy queso sauce, and crispy tortilla chips, perfect for game nights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of fresh corn, husked
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 large bag of sturdy tortilla chips
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra lime wedges (for serving)
  • Optional: sliced green onions or diced tomatoes for extra freshness

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush ears of corn with melted butter, sprinkle with chili powder and salt. Grill corn, turning every 2-3 minutes, until kernels are evenly charred and slightly blackened, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  2. Cut kernels off the cobs with a sharp knife and transfer to a mixing bowl. Toss with lime juice and set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  4. Slowly pour in milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Stir until sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Add shredded cheese, crumbled queso fresco, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeño. Stir until cheeses melt and sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Add more milk if sauce is too thick.
  6. On a large baking sheet or oven-safe dish, spread a layer of tortilla chips. Spoon queso sauce over chips, then scatter charred corn kernels on top. Repeat for a double layer if desired.
  7. Bake assembled nachos in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until warmed through and queso is bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven, garnish with chopped cilantro, extra chili powder if desired, and serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

If you don’t have a grill pan, char corn over a gas burner flame or use a broiler. Avoid pre-shredded cheese for better meltiness. Make queso sauce ahead and reheat gently with milk if thickened. Serve nachos immediately to keep chips crisp.

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Keywords: street corn nachos, queso, party snack, charred corn, cheesy nachos, easy appetizer

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