Description
This Charred Scallion and Chili Crisp Dip is a flavorful and spicy twist on traditional party dips. Charred scallions mixed with chili crisp add a smoky heat to creamy sour cream and mayonnaise, perfect for snacking with chips or veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
For Charred Scallions:
- 1 bunch scallions (trimmed)
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like canola or avocado)
For Dip:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chili crisp (plus more for topping)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Char the Scallions: Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Toss scallions with oil and cook until charred and tender. Chop finely after cooling.
- Make the Dip: In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili crisp, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chopped scallions. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a bowl, top with more chili crisp, and serve.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- This dip pairs well with chips, crackers, cucumbers, or carrots.
- Can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
