Hot Black-Eyed Pea Dip with Jalapeño and Cumin (Print Version)

Creamy, spicy blend of black-eyed peas with jalapeños and cumin. Baked until golden and bubbly.

# What You'll Need:

→ Legumes

01 - 2 cups cooked black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed

→ Dairy and Creamy Components

02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Vegetables

05 - 1/3 cup diced red onion
06 - 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
07 - 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely diced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices and Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
14 - Sliced jalapeños

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine black-eyed peas, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, and garlic.
03 - Add cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased 1-quart baking dish.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbling with a golden top.
06 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and sliced jalapeños if desired.
07 - Serve warm with tortilla chips, pita, or fresh vegetables.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes of prep, which means you can make it while guests are still on their way.
  • The creamy richness of the cheese plays against the spice in a way that keeps you coming back for another chip without thinking.
  • One batch feeds a crowd, and somehow it disappears faster than anything else on the table.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting time after baking because the dip is molten inside and will hold together better once it cools just slightly.
  • If you're making this ahead, cover it tightly and reheat it gently at 325°F until it's warm through, which takes about 15 minutes.
03 -
  • Prep all your vegetables the night before and store them in the refrigerator, so assembly on party day takes literally five minutes.
  • Serve this dip in a shallow bowl instead of a deep one because it's easier for people to dip and you can scoop all the good stuff from the bottom.
Go Back