Description
This hot spinach dip is an irresistible blend of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors with a hint of spice. Made with fresh spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce and red pepper flakes, it’s perfectly served warm with freshly made tortilla chips for dipping. A crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to prepare and wonderfully satisfying.
Ingredients
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Spinach Dip
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds spinach, coarsely chopped
- 1/3 cup milk
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
- Coarse salt and ground pepper, to taste
Freshly Made Tortilla Chips
- 5 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add and wilt the spinach: Gradually add the coarsely chopped spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring until it wilts down and reduces in volume. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate dairy and seasonings: Lower the heat to medium-low, then add 1/3 cup milk, 6 ounces of cream cheese, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Season with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Add mozzarella cheese: Sprinkle 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella on top of the dip and cover the skillet with a lid for 2-3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt fully into the dip.
- Prepare tortilla chips: While the dip cooks, cut 5 small corn tortillas into wedges. Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tortilla wedges in batches until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels and immediately season with kosher salt.
- Serve warm: Spoon the hot spinach dip into a serving bowl and serve immediately alongside the freshly made tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- This is the most incredible hot cheesy spinach dip you’ll ever make!
- Use fresh spinach for best flavor and texture; frozen spinach can be substituted but must be thawed and well-drained.
- Adjust red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- Serve immediately for the best cheesy, creamy experience.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in a microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 328 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 41 mg
