Halloween black bean dip (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy black bean dip with smoky spices, tangy lime, and crispy puff pastry accents for festive gatherings.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dip

01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1 tablespoon granulated vegetable bouillon
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
12 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
13 - ¼ cup mild chunky salsa
14 - 1 green onion, sliced
15 - Buttery round crackers, for serving

→ Puff Pastry Letters

16 - 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough, thawed
17 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, taking care not to brown.
02 - Sprinkle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and vegetable bouillon into the skillet. Stir to evenly coat the onion and garlic, cooking for 30 seconds to release the aromas.
03 - Transfer the sautéed mixture to a food processor or blender. Add drained black beans, lime juice, salsa, and half of the chopped cilantro. Blend to a smooth, creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
04 - Pour the dip into a shallow serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
05 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Use mini alphabet cookie cutters to cut out 'RIP' letters. Place letters on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 7 to 10 minutes until golden and puffed. Cool completely on a wire rack.
06 - Before serving, garnish the chilled dip with remaining cilantro and sliced green onions. Present with buttery round crackers and the baked puff pastry 'RIP' letters for a festive touch.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - For a smoother texture, blend the dip an extra minute, adding a tablespoon of water or olive oil if needed.
02 - Prepare the dip a day ahead to enhance flavor melding.
03 - Egg wash on puff pastry can be substituted with plant-based milk for a vegan option.
04 - Keep crackers and pastry letters separate from the dip until serving to preserve crispness.

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