Pumpkin Seed Dip
Sikil-Pak is a Yucatecan dip made with roasted pumpkin seeds. This ancient Mayan dip is served with crisp-fried or toasted tortillas.This can be used on grilled meats and in tacos.
No. of Servings: 2 cups
3-4 Jalapenoes
500gms Tomatoes (charred)
2 Onion (quartered and pan-roasted)
2 tbsp Coriander (finely chopped)
Salt to taste
Water if needed
No. of Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients:
2 cups Raw Pumpkin Seeds (toasted and finely grounded)3-4 Jalapenoes
500gms Tomatoes (charred)
2 Onion (quartered and pan-roasted)
2 tbsp Coriander (finely chopped)
Salt to taste
Water if needed
Directions:
- Heat a thick frying pan and toast the pumpkin seeds. Set them aside to cool off. Grind the toasted seeds.
- Toast the jalapeno , turning it from time to time until it is blistered and black-brown in spots.
- Puree tomatoes, jalapeno and onion in a blender until smooth.
- Mix grounded pumpkin seeds and coriander to the above paste.
- Add some water to make a smooth, thick paste. The mixture should have the consistency of mayonnaise.
- Add salt to taste and serve.
