Kickin’ Mexican Bean Dip

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 14

Spicy and Flavorful Kickin' Mexican Bean Dip

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

Fat

Kickin' Mexican Bean Dip, as the name suggests, is a flavorful dip hailing from Mexico. This appetizer is perfect for game nights, potlucks, or any casual gathering with friends and family. The dip is made from kidney beans, a protein-packed legume, cooked with butter, onion, garlic, and tomato sauce, and spiced up with diced poblano pepper and Tabasco sauce. It's a crowd-pleaser dish that can be easily customized to your preference. So, let's say adios to the boring dips and give this spicy and flavorful Kickin' Mexican Bean Dip a try!

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375F.
2.	Roast the poblano pepper in the oven until the skin blackens and blisters, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool before peeling and dicing.
3.	In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and saute the onions and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4.	Add the kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced poblano pepper, salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce to the saucepan. Mix well and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
5.	Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
6.	Serve hot with your favorite tortilla chips.

PROS

This bean dip is packed with protein and fiber from the kidney beans, making it a great option for vegetarians or anyone looking to add more plant-based foods in their diet.
The dish is also loaded with flavor, making it a sure crowd-pleaser at parties and gatherings.

CONS

The butter and Tabasco sauce used in this recipe can make the dish high in calories and sodium.
It’s important to enjoy this dip in moderation and balance it out with other healthy foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The kidney beans in this recipe are packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients like potassium, iron, and folate. They are also known to help regulate blood sugar levels and improve digestive health. The poblano pepper is low in calories and high in antioxidants, which may help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

	1 poblano pepper
	2 cans kidney beans , drained and rinsed
	3 tablespoons butter
	1 small yellow onion , diced
	3 garlic cloves , minced
	1 can tomato sauce
	salt and pepper , to taste
	Tabasco sauce , to taste