Spicy White Bean Dip

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Spicy White Bean Dip

On Christmas Eve, we had a few friends over for appetizers and cocktails (including those awesome cranberry margaritas). We had a fabulous time snacking, drinking and watching the little ones play. I love low-key gatherings like that, and it was nice to be able to celebrate the holiday with all of them. I knew that we wouldn’t actually be sitting down to eat with four little girls running around excitedly, so I wanted to make sure the menu was full of items that could be easily eaten while standing.

This dip has been on my list of recipes to try for a while, and I’m glad I remembered it when planning the menu. It’s an easy recipe that comes together quickly in the food processor, and it can be made in advance, making it a great recipe for intimate gatherings or big parties. This recipe does yield quite a bit of dip, but it keeps well and is great for snacking throughout the week.

Most white bean dip recipes I’ve made are composed of beans, garlic, oil and herbs, but this one has a different flavor profile. The sesame oil adds a great nutty flavor, and the Sriracha gives the dip a good amount of heat. It’s bold and delicious.

Spicy White Bean Dip

  • YIELD: about 8-10 servings
Ingredients
  • 2 15-ounce cans (3 cups) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce

  • ¼ cup Sriracha hot sauce (or other spicy chili sauce)

  • 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

  • Up to ¼ cup water, if needed

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish, optional

Directions
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    Combine the cannellini beans, olive and sesame oils, soy sauce, Sriracha, garlic and lime juice in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. If needed, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until your desired consistency is reached. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with cilantro, if desired.

    Serve with toasted baguette, crackers or various crudités.

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8 responses to “Spicy White Bean Dip”

  1. Warm Vanilla Sugar says:

    I love a good dip like this! Especially with a little spice!

  2. I love a good dip like this! Especially with a little spice!

  3. Rachel Kirby says:

    I love the addition of sriracha! Definitely going to make this dip 🙂

  4. Rachel Kirby says:

    I love the addition of sriracha! Definitely going to make this dip 🙂

  5. Totally pinning for future super bowl use! We are going to a party this year and I would love to be able to have something healthy delicious to snack on!

  6. Totally pinning for future super bowl use! We are going to a party this year and I would love to be able to have something healthy delicious to snack on!

  7. Eileen says:

    What a great spin on classic bean dip! I bet this would be great on a spicy pulled pork sandwich…

  8. Eileen says:

    What a great spin on classic bean dip! I bet this would be great on a spicy pulled pork sandwich…

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