🌶️ Chipotle Dip Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes
🥄 Servings: Makes about 1 cup
Description
Indulge in the smoky, spicy flavors of the Southwest with this sensational Chipotle Dip. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a savory snack, this dip combines the creamy richness of sour cream and mayonnaise with the zesty kick of chipotle chiles, tangy lime juice, and fresh scallions. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s ready in a flash, bringing bold Tex-Mex flair to any occasion.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Sour cream |
| 1/2 cup | Mayonnaise |
| 1 | Scallion, finely chopped |
| 1/2 | Lime, juice of |
| 3-4 | Chipotle chiles |
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather your ingredients – sour cream, mayonnaise, scallion, lime, and chipotle chiles.
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Chop Scallions: Finely chop the scallion, ensuring it’s ready to infuse its fresh flavor into the dip.
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Juice the Lime: Squeeze the lime to extract its tangy juice, adding a zesty brightness to the dip.
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Chipotle Chiles: If using canned chipotle chiles, remove them from the adobo sauce and chop them finely. Adjust the quantity based on your desired level of spiciness.
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Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and well combined.
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Add Flavorings: Incorporate the chopped scallions, lime juice, and finely chopped chipotle chiles into the creamy mixture.
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Blend Thoroughly: Mix all the ingredients until evenly distributed, ensuring that every spoonful of dip is packed with flavor.
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Adjust Consistency: If desired, you can adjust the consistency of the dip by adding more sour cream or mayonnaise to achieve your preferred thickness.
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Taste and Adjust: Take a moment to taste the dip and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more lime juice for extra tang or additional chipotle chiles for more heat.
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Chill if Desired: For enhanced flavor, refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve: Transfer the chipotle dip to a serving bowl and garnish with additional chopped scallions or a drizzle of lime juice if desired.
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Enjoy!: Serve with a generous pile of crispy tortilla chips and watch as your guests delight in the irresistible combination of creamy texture and spicy kick.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 140.2
- Total Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 6.7g
- Cholesterol: 29.9mg
- Sodium: 56.4mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 4.9g
- Protein: 2.7g
🎉 Whether you’re hosting a fiesta or simply craving a tasty treat, this Chipotle Dip is sure to be a hit! Creamy, spicy, and utterly delicious, it’s the perfect accompaniment to your favorite chips or veggies. Enjoy the bold flavors of the Southwest in every bite!
