Sikil Pak (Yucatecan Pumpkin Seed Dip)
This creamy, nutty Sikil Pak is a flavor-packed Mayan dip made with roasted pumpkin seeds, charred tomatoes, and habanero. Serve with chips or veggies for an authentic taste of the Yucatán!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ cups raw pumpkin seeds pepitas
- 2 medium tomatoes
- ½ red onion quartered
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 habanero pepper stemmed, seeded if desired
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup water as needed
- Olive oil & extra pepitas for garnish
Instructions
- Toast Pepitas: In a skillet over medium heat, toast pumpkin seeds until golden (3–4 minutes). Set aside.
- Char Vegetables: In the same skillet, char tomatoes, onion, garlic, and habanero until blackened (8 minutes).
- Blend: Process pepitas until powdery. Add charred veggies, cilantro, lime juice, orange juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust: Thin with water if needed. Taste and add more salt or lime.
- Serve: Garnish with olive oil, pepitas, and cilantro. Enjoy with chips or veggies!
Notes
- Spice Control: For mild heat, use only ½ habanero or a jalapeño.
- Texture: For chunkier dip, pulse briefly; for creamier, blend longer.
- Storage: Keeps refrigerated for 3 days. Stir before serving.
- Vegan: Ensure no animal products are added (it’s naturally vegan!).
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2.5g | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g