Smoky Pepita Dip Recipe operagirl

1. 1

   Heat a medium (10-inch) skillet over a medium flame.

2. 2

   Toast the pepitas in the skillet until they take on a light brown color and begin to pop and puff up.

3. 3

   Once toasted, transfer the seeds to a small bowl to cool.

4. 4

   Return the skillet to the stove, adding the vegetable oil over a medium flame.

5. 5

   Add the onion, jalapenos, and garlic.

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   Saute for about 5 minutes, until the onions are softened but not browned.

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   Add the smoked paprika, salt, epazote, and cumin to the skillet.

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   Stir together and saute the mixture for another 2 minutes or so, until the spices are nicely aromatic.

9. 9

   In your immersion blender container (a food processor would also work well), combine the sauteed mixture with the pepitas, lime juice, olive oil, and water.

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    Process until smooth.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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