Pumpkin-Seed Dip (Sikil Pak)
(from Heather Hulsey’s recipe box)
Source: tastingtable.com
Cook time: 5 minutesCategories: Dips; Appetizers
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped
- 1 cup roasted and salted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1/4 cup loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 1/4 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Kosher salt
- Tortilla chips or pita chips, for serving
Directions
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In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the canola oil. Once the oil is hot, add the shallots, garlic and jalapeño and cook until soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes.
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Transfer the mixture to a food processor and add the pumpkin seeds, parsley, cilantro and lime juice. Turn the food processor on and gradually add the olive oil, then slowly add the water, processing for 1 minutes after the water is added. Stop the food processor and transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Use a rubber spatula to stir in the orange zest, then season with salt. Serve at room temperature with tortilla chips.