Description
A copycat version of Chuy’s famous creamy jalapeño dip, this recipe blends spicy jalapeños, tangy ranch, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime for a creamy, irresistible dip perfect for chips, tacos, or veggies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños (with juice)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, loosely packed
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Combine mayonnaise, buttermilk, and ranch seasoning in a blender or food processor.
- Add pickled jalapeños with some juice, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic powder.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or salads.
Notes
- Use more or fewer jalapeños depending on your spice preference.
- Can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- For a thicker dip, reduce the buttermilk slightly.
- Fresh jalapeños can be substituted, but the flavor will be different.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
