Sikil Pak - Roasted Pumpkin Seed Dip

Ingredients

• 2 cups (300g) roasted pumpkin seeds 2 cups (300g) roasted pumpkin seeds
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lime juice 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 2g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a food processor, grind the roasted pumpkin seeds until they form a fine paste.
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine the ground pumpkin seeds, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and jalapeno pepper.
3. 3.
   Add the fresh lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, and salt. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
4. 4.
   Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro.
5. 5.
   Serve Sikil Pak with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pumpkin seeds — Make sure to roast the pumpkin seeds until they are golden brown for a richer flavor in the dip.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, leave the seeds in the jalapeno pepper or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Adjust the consistency of the dip by adding more olive oil or lime juice, if desired.
• Toasting the cumin seeds before grinding them will enhance their flavor.

Serving advice

Serve Sikil Pak as an appetizer or a snack at parties or gatherings. It pairs well with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables like cucumber and bell peppers, or even as a spread on sandwiches or tacos.

Presentation advice

Garnish the Sikil Pak with a sprinkle of roasted pumpkin seeds and a few fresh cilantro leaves to add visual appeal. Serve it in a colorful bowl to enhance the vibrant green color of the dip.