In case you’ve never heard of Chuy’s, it’s a Tex-Mex restaurant that started in Austin. My favorite thing at Chuy’s is this amazing creamy jalapeno dip. When they bring chips and salsa to your table, they also bring creamy jalapeno dip. It is so addictive and so delicious! If you have never been to Chuy’s or never had this incredible dip, you are going to want to make it.
This dip is super easy to make. Throw everything in the food processor and in a few minutes you’ve got creamy, spicy, deliciousness on a chip. It’s really close to the original Chuy’s recipe, maybe even better. That’s just my opinion. I’ll quit talking and get to the recipe. That’s what we all want anyway.
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Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeno Dip
Equipment needed: Food processor, blender, or immersion blender
Yield: 2.5 cups
Ingredients
2 to 3 jalapenos chopped, (seeds and ribs removed)
handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
3 gloves garlic, chopped
juice of 1 lime
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chiles
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 packet ranch dip mix (1 oz.)
Instructions
- In a food processor add jalapenos, cilantro, garlic, and lime juice. Pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the green chiles, mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and ranch dip mix. Pulse until smooth.
- Now it’s ready to enjoy. Keep in the refigerator for up to a week.
Notes
*The consistency is runny. Don’t be alarmed if it’s not thick. It’s not supposed to be.
*If you like things hot and spicy then add another jalapeno, or leave the seeds intact. It’s not super spicy, it’s mild.
* The flavors get better the longer it sits in the fridge. You can enjoy the dip right away, or let it chill for a few hours first.
* Ranch dip mix vs. ranch dressing mix. I use the dip mix. I assume the ranch dressing mix works as well.
Photo Credits: Meghan E. White
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