Vampire Dip in Fried Tortilla Bowl Recipe

Name: Vampire Dip in Fried Tortilla Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large green bell pepper, chopped; 1 small Vidalia onion, chopped; 16 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup spicy tomato juice; 2/3 cup tomato paste; 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoon red dye; 1 (15-ounces) can diced tomatoes with green chiles; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Fried tortilla bowls, recipe follows; Special equipment: round wire fry baskets; 3 (8-inch) flour tortillas; Salt and pepper; Peanut oil, for frying

Servings: persons

1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 small Vidalia onion, chopped
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup spicy tomato juice
2/3 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoon red dye
1 (15-ounces) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fried tortilla bowls, recipe follows
Special equipment: round wire fry baskets
3 (8-inch) flour tortillas
Salt and pepper
Peanut oil, for frying

1
Finely chop the green bell pepper and Vidalia onion in a food processor.
2
Add remaining ingredients, puree until almost smooth.
3
Transfer to a mixing bowl.
4
Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
5
Transfer to a fried tortilla bowl to serve.
6
Preheat deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.
7
Place tortilla in 1 of the baskets.
8
Place another basket on top to hold it in place.
9
Place in the deep-fryer and fry for roughly 1 minute or until golden and crisp.
10
Remove to a paper towel lined sheet tray to drain and cool.
11
Fill with the vampire dip when completely cooled.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large green bell pepper, chopped, 1 small Vidalia onion, chopped, 16 ounces cream cheese, softened, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Vampire Dip in Fried Tortilla Bowl falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vampire Dip in Fried Tortilla Bowl

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Variations & substitutions

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