Pav Bhaji Queso Dip – Indian Style Baked Queso Dip – Super Bowl Snack

Ingredients
Oil - 1 Tbsp
Butter - 2 Tbsp
Ginger Garlic Paste - 1 Tbsp
Jalapenos - 1 qty (chopped)
Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
Green Bell Pepper - 1/2 cup (chopped)
Red Bell Pepper - 1/2 cup (chopped)
Tomatoes - 1 1/2 cups (chopped)
Tomato Paste - 1 Tbsp
Peas - 1/2 cup
Pav Bhaji Masala - 2 Tbsp
Red Chili Powder -1/2 tsp
Salt - to taste
Cream Cheese - 4 oz (room temperature)
Sour Cream - 1/2 cup (room temperature)
Cilantro - 2 Tbsp (chopped) plus more for garnish
Shredded Cheese (Mexican blend or Cheddar) - 2 cups, divided
Milk - 1/2 cup
Introducing the Pav Bhaji Queso Dip, a unique fusion recipe that blends the spicy, vegetable-packed goodness of pav bhaji masala with the creamy, cheesy richness of a classic queso dip. Perfect for any gathering, this Indian style baked queso dip is easy to make and quick to put together. Serve it up and watch it disappear!
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make our baked queso dip. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our indian queso dip calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below. We also have an option to view our pav bhaji queso dip recipe in hindi.
Instructions
1) Heat a large pan on medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp butter and 1 Tbsp oil.
2) Once the butter is melted, add 1 Tbsp ginger garlic paste and 1 diced jalapeno. Cook for 1 minute.
3) Next, add 1 medium chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers, and 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes.
4) Cook this mixture for about 5-7 minutes on low heat or until the tomatoes are nice and soft.
5) Add 1 Tbsp tomato paste, 2 Tbsp pav bhaji masala, and 1/2 tsp red chili powder. Mix and cook for another minute.
6) Next, add 4 oz room temperature cream cheese, 1/2 cup room temperature sour cream, and 1/2 cup peas.
7) Mix together until everything is well combined. You should not see any white spots from the sour cream or cream cheese.
8) After thoroughly combining, add salt to taste.
9) Add 1 cup of shredded cheese (save the remaining 1 cup for the top), 2 Tbsp cilantro and mix well.
10) Once everything is combined, slowly add in 1/2 cup milk while mixing to combine.
11) Transfer the dip into an oven safe dish and top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
12) Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
13) Garnish with some more fresh cilantro and serve with your favorite chips!
Introducing the Pav Bhaji Queso Dip, a unique fusion recipe that blends the spicy, vegetable-packed goodness of pav bhaji masala with the creamy, cheesy richness of a classic queso dip. Perfect for any gathering, this Indian style baked queso dip is easy to make and quick to put together. Serve it up and watch it disappear!
Watch our recipe video for step by step instructions on how to make our baked queso dip. We’ve included demonstrations and pro tips to help you out in the kitchen! For our indian queso dip calories and nutrition information, see the recipe card below. We also have an option to view our pav bhaji queso dip recipe in hindi.
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