Description
This Smoky Chipotle Swirl Meaty Texas Trash Dip is a hearty, layered dip with savory ground beef, beans, corn, and a smoky chipotle cream swirl. It’s perfect for parties or a cozy night in and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1 lb) Ground Beef: Use 80/20 blend for juiciness.
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) Vegetable Oil: For browning the beef.
- 1 tsp (5g) Ground Cumin: Adds earthy depth.
- 1 tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika: For smoky sweetness.
- 1/2 tsp (2.5g) Chipotle Powder: Adds moderate heat.
- 1/2 tsp (2.5g) Salt: Enhances flavors.
- 1 cup (240 mL) Black Beans: Drained and rinsed.
- 1 cup (240 mL) Corn Kernels: Drained.
- 1 cup (240 mL) Diced Tomatoes: Canned or fresh.
- 1/2 cup (120 mL) Red Onion: Diced.
- 1 Jalapeño: Finely chopped (optional).
- 1 cup (240 mL) Cheddar Cheese: Shredded, sharp.
- 1 cup (240 mL) Mozzarella Cheese: Shredded (optional).
- 200g (7 oz) Cream Cheese: Softened.
- 120g (4 oz) Sour Cream: Adds tanginess.
- 1 tsp (5 mL) Lime Juice: Brightens the swirl.
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) Melted Butter: For the swirl.
- Fresh Cilantro: Chopped, for garnish.
- 2 Green Onions: Sliced, for garnish.
- Lime Wedges: For serving.
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and gather ingredients.
- Brown the Beef: Brown ground beef with cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, and salt.
- Drain and Set Aside: Drain excess fat from beef and set aside.
- Layer the Base: Spread beef in a 22 x 33 cm (9 x 13 in) baking dish.
- Add the Veggies: Top with black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño.
- Cheese It Up: Sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Craft the Swirl: Combine cream cheese, sour cream, chipotle powder, paprika, lime juice, and butter.
- Swirl Time: Drop spoonfuls of swirl over cheese and gently swirl.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Rest and Garnish: Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro and green onions.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with tortilla chips.
Notes
For a smoother swirl, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened. Adjust chipotle powder to control the spice level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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