Savory Mexican Queso Dip
Indulge in the creamy and savory goodness of this Savory Mexican Queso Dip, inspired by the acclaimed flavors of Chipotle. This crowd-pleaser combines a rich blend of melted cheeses, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices to create the ultimate dip for your tortilla chips. It's perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy night in. This recipe unveils a deliciously gooey, flavorful queso that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Servings
183
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable Oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Yellow Onion
1/2 (peeled and roughly chopped)
Green Bell Pepper
1 (seeded and coarsely chopped)
Jalapeno Pepper
1 (seeded and chopped)
Garlic Cloves
3 (crushed)
Ground Cumin
2 teaspoons (none)
Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Whole Black Peppercorns
2 1/2 teaspoons (none)
Whole Milk
2 cups (none)
Tomato Paste
1 tablespoon (none)
Red Wine Vinegar
1 teaspoon (none)
Cheddar Cheese
2 cups (grated)
Velveeta Cheese
2 cups (grated)
Tomatillo Salsa
1/4 cup (none)
Lime Juice
1 teaspoon (freshly squeezed from one lime)
Dried Oregano
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Tortilla Chips
1 (13-ounce) bag (for serving)
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, jalapeno, crushed garlic, cumin, kosher salt, and black peppercorns. Sauté the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns translucent and softens, about 5 to 7 minutes.
2
Slowly whisk in the whole milk, tomato paste, and red wine vinegar until everything is fully combined. Allow this mixture to steep for 20 minutes on low heat to let the flavors meld.
3
In a large heatproof mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar and Velveeta cheeses with the tomatillo salsa, lime juice, and dried oregano. Place a fine mesh strainer over the bowl with the cheese mixture.
4
Strain the milk and vegetable mixture through the fine mesh strainer into the bowl, discarding the solids left in the strainer. With a wooden spoon, stir the cheese mixture until smooth and creamy. If the cheese does not melt completely, you can set the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water (double boiler method) and continue stirring until the queso is fully melted and well combined.
5
Transfer the luscious queso dip to a serving bowl and savor it immediately with a generous serving of tortilla chips.
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
10g
Carbs
8.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Mexican Queso Dip?
It is a creamy and savory cheese dip inspired by the flavors of Chipotle, featuring a blend of melted cheeses, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices.
How many calories are in this queso dip?
Each serving contains approximately 183 calories.
What types of cheese are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese and 2 cups of grated Velveeta cheese.
Why does the recipe use Velveeta cheese?
Velveeta is used to ensure a deliciously gooey and smooth texture that melts easily.
How much fat is in the Savory Mexican Queso Dip?
The dip contains 12.5g of fat per serving.
How many grams of protein does this dip provide?
It provides 8.5g of protein per serving.
What are the carbohydrate counts for this recipe?
There are 10g of carbohydrates per serving.
How many ingredients are required in total?
The recipe requires 17 ingredients including the serving chips.
What vegetables are needed for the base?
You will need a yellow onion, a green bell pepper, and a jalapeno pepper.
Is there garlic in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 3 crushed garlic cloves.
How long should I sauté the vegetables?
Sauté the vegetables for about 5 to 7 minutes until the onion is translucent and soft.
What is the purpose of steeping the milk mixture?
Steeping the milk with the sautéed vegetables and spices for 20 minutes allows the flavors to meld together thoroughly.
What type of milk is recommended?
The recipe specifies 2 cups of whole milk.
Do I need to strain the mixture?
Yes, you should strain the milk and vegetable mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove solids before adding it to the cheese.
What should I do if the cheese does not melt completely?
You can set the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water using the double boiler method until the queso is fully melted.
What spices provide the aromatic flavor?
The dip uses ground cumin, kosher salt, whole black peppercorns, and dried oregano.
Is there salsa in this queso?
Yes, it includes 1/4 cup of tomatillo salsa for extra flavor.
How much lime juice should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lime juice.
What can I serve with this dip?
It is best served immediately with a generous portion of tortilla chips.
How much tomato paste is used?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of tomato paste.
Does the recipe use vinegar?
Yes, it uses 1 teaspoon of red wine vinegar.
How much cumin is needed?
You will need 2 teaspoons of ground cumin.
Should the peppercorns be ground?
No, the recipe uses 2 1/2 teaspoons of whole black peppercorns which are later strained out.
How should the jalapeno be prepared?
The jalapeno should be seeded and chopped before sautéing.
What oil is best for sautéing the vegetables?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Can I use dried oregano?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano.
How much onion is required?
You need 1/2 of a yellow onion, peeled and roughly chopped.
What size bag of tortilla chips is suggested?
A 13-ounce bag of tortilla chips is recommended for serving.
What kind of bell pepper is used?
One green bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped, is used.
Is this a good party food?
Absolutely, it is described as a crowd-pleaser perfect for parties, game days, or cozy nights in.