Zesty Spicy Tortilla Pinwheels
These Zesty Spicy Tortilla Pinwheels are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the creaminess of cream cheese with the kick of chili peppers. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a savory snack at home, these pinwheels are easy to prepare and are sure to impress your friends and family. The vibrant flavors and textures come together beautifully in each bite, making them a fantastic choice for spicy food lovers.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
cream cheese
16 ounces (softened)
shallot
1 medium (pressed)
hot red chili peppers
2 (finely diced)
serrano chili peppers
2 (finely diced)
chives
1 tablespoon (finely chopped)
black olives
6 (diced)
flour tortillas
6 (cooked or raw)
Instructions
1
In a medium-sized bowl, allow the cream cheese to sit out for about 15 minutes to soften.
2
Using a garlic press, crush the shallot directly into the cream cheese for easy mixing.
3
Carefully remove the seeds from the hot red chili peppers and serrano chili peppers, then finely dice them.
4
Finely chop the chives and the black olives.
5
Combine the softened cream cheese, shallots, diced chilies, chives, and olives in the bowl, mixing well until everything is evenly incorporated.
6
Spread the cream cheese mixture in an even layer on each tortilla, leaving about 1/8 inch of space from the edges.
7
Starting at one end, roll the tortilla tightly like a jelly roll, ensuring the filling stays inside.
8
Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or place in the freezer for quicker firming.
9
Once chilled, remove the rolls from the refrigerator or freezer and slice them into 1-inch rounds.
10
Serve immediately or store in the fridge until ready to serve. Enjoy your zesty pinwheels!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Spicy Tortilla Pinwheels?
They are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines creamy cream cheese with a kick of chili peppers, rolled into tortillas and sliced.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients: cream cheese, shallot, hot red chili peppers, serrano chili peppers, chives, black olives, and flour tortillas.
What types of chili peppers are used?
The recipe calls for 2 hot red chili peppers and 2 serrano chili peppers.
How much cream cheese is needed?
You will need 16 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How should the shallot be prepared?
One medium shallot should be pressed using a garlic press directly into the cream cheese.
Should I remove the seeds from the peppers?
Yes, you should carefully remove the seeds from the hot red chili peppers and serrano peppers before dicing them.
How are the chives prepared?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of chives, finely chopped.
How many tortillas does this recipe use?
The recipe uses 6 flour tortillas.
How long should the cream cheese sit out to soften?
It should sit out for about 15 minutes to reach the desired softness.
How do I spread the mixture on the tortillas?
Spread it in an even layer, leaving about 1/8 inch of space from the edges of the tortilla.
What is the best way to roll the tortillas?
Roll the tortilla tightly like a jelly roll, starting from one end and ensuring the filling stays inside.
How long should the pinwheels be refrigerated before slicing?
The rolled tortillas should be refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Is there a faster way to firm up the rolls?
Yes, you can place the wrapped rolls in the freezer for quicker firming.
How thick should I slice the pinwheels?
Once chilled, remove the rolls and slice them into 1-inch rounds.
Are these pinwheels very spicy?
They have a spicy kick due to the combination of hot red and serrano chilies, making them perfect for spicy food lovers.
Are these suitable for a party?
Yes, they are described as a perfect choice for parties, gatherings, or a savory home snack.
How many black olives are needed?
The recipe calls for 6 black olives, which should be diced.
What kind of tortillas should I use?
The recipe specifies using flour tortillas, which can be either cooked or raw.
How much chives should I add?
Add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped chives.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is simple to prepare.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to allow the cream cheese to sit out for 15 minutes to soften in a medium-sized bowl.
Should I wrap the rolls before chilling?
Yes, wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap before placing them in the refrigerator or freezer.
Can I store the pinwheels after slicing?
Yes, you can store them in the fridge until you are ready to serve them.
How many shallots are used?
The recipe uses 1 medium shallot.
What is the general category for this recipe?
It falls under appetizers, snacks, and party food.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is creamy thanks to the cream cheese, with added texture from the diced peppers and olives.
How finely should the peppers be diced?
The hot red and serrano chili peppers should be finely diced.
How should I serve these pinwheels?
Serve them immediately after slicing or keep them chilled in the fridge until service.
How many unique ingredients are in the list?
There are a total of 7 unique ingredients listed.
Who would enjoy this recipe most?
Anyone who enjoys vibrant flavors and spicy foods will likely find these pinwheels fantastic.