Honduran-style Spicy Cheese Dip

Ingredients

While the German Obazda traditionally uses camembert or brie cheese, this Honduran-style dip incorporates local Honduran cheeses like queso fresco or quesillo. Additionally, the dip is spiced up with roasted red peppers, onions, garlic, and a touch of chili powder to give it a Honduran twist. We alse have the original recipe for Obazda, so you can check it out.

• 250g (9 oz) queso fresco or quesillo, crumbled 250g (9 oz) queso fresco or quesillo, crumbled
• 2 roasted red peppers, peeled and diced 2 roasted red peppers, peeled and diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortilla chips or toasted bread, for serving Tortilla chips or toasted bread, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the crumbled queso fresco or quesillo, roasted red peppers, onion, garlic, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. 2.
   Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. 3.
   Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. 4.
   Serve the spicy cheese dip with tortilla chips or toasted bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Queso fresco or quesillo — Make sure to crumble the cheese into small pieces for a smooth and creamy texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick, add a finely chopped jalapeno pepper to the dip.
• If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of chili powder or omit it altogether.
• Experiment with different types of Honduran cheeses to find your favorite flavor combination.

Serving advice

Serve the Honduran-style spicy cheese dip in a bowl, garnished with a sprinkle of chili powder and a few fresh cilantro leaves. Provide tortilla chips or toasted bread on the side for dipping.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, serve the dip in a traditional Honduran clay bowl or a colorful ceramic dish. Add a pop of color by arranging some sliced bell peppers or radishes around the dip.