SPINACH-YOGURT DIP WITH SIZZLED MINT
Our version of this dip (called borani esfanaaj in Iran) uses spinach, but it can be made with cooked beets or roasted eggplant, too.
Provided by Andy Baraghani
Categories Bon Appétit Appetizer Hors D'Oeuvre Spinach Dip Walnut Yogurt Mint Garlic
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast walnuts on a baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 6-8 minutes. Let cool; finely crush with the side of a chef's knife.
- Place a medium skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 cup water. As soon as you see bubbles, add one-third of the spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the spinach is wilted, then add more. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until all the spinach is in the pan and wilted, 6-8 minutes. Transfer spinach to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking and lock in its bright green color. Drain and squeeze out excess liquid. Finely chop spinach and set aside.
- Wipe out skillet and heat 2 Tbsp. oil over medium. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until soft but without taking on any color, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is softened, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
- Heat remaining 4 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Once oil begins to shimmer, remove from heat and stir in dried mint. The oil will sizzle immediately and the mint will become fragrant. Transfer to a small bowl; season with salt.
- Combine yogurt, lemon juice, onion mixture, half of the walnuts, and reserved spinach in a medium bowl. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Scrape into a shallow serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to carve a few swirls into the dip. Top with remaining walnuts and spoon sizzled mint oil over.
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elamuvuyo ngubo
[email protected]This dip is a great way to use up leftover spinach.
Skylar Mckee
[email protected]I can't wait to try this dip with different vegetables.
Emmanuel Sam
[email protected]This dip is perfect for a light and healthy snack.
Ak “AkFardus” Fardus
[email protected]I love the vibrant green color of this dip. It's so inviting.
Milon mia Mia
[email protected]This dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Md Jean
[email protected]I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Hussain soomro Hussain soomro
[email protected]This is the best spinach yogurt dip I've ever tasted. It's so flavorful and creamy.
Omar Torres
[email protected]This dip is addictive! I can't stop eating it.
Nahidur Rahman
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!
Mike Pacheko
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and healthy dip recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly.
Micah Asuquo
[email protected]This dip is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
noob _COD
[email protected]I love how versatile this dip is. I've served it with vegetables, pita chips, and even crackers.
Ninja Hyper
[email protected]This dip is perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a fancy party.
Chris McCoy
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of spinach dip, but this one is amazing! The yogurt and mint give it a really unique and delicious flavor.
Jose Jope
[email protected]This dip is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Emmy Kitchen
[email protected]I love the combination of spinach, yogurt, and mint in this dip. It's so refreshing and light.
John Jones
[email protected]This is the best spinach yogurt dip I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice.
Sherzod Mirzayev
[email protected]I've made this dip several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Wolfgang Aleck
[email protected]This spinach yogurt dip was a hit at my last party! The vibrant green color and tangy flavor were a perfect complement to the crispy vegetables and pita chips.