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Oriental Dip

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This Oriental Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that balances creamy richness with the satisfying crunch of water chestnuts. Made with nonfat mayonnaise and sour cream for a lighter touch, it&# 226;ÂÂs infused with savory depth from beef bouillon and Worcestershire sauce, plus a gentle kick from garlic and cayenne. The addition of pimentos and green onions adds color and freshness, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for serving with crisp vegetable sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers, this dip is ideal for parties, game days, or casual weeknight gatherings. It comes together quickly, requires no cooking, and chills beautifully, allowing the flavors to meld. A versatile and reliable recipe, itâÂÂs easy to customize with your favorite herbs or spices for a personalized twist.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10
Calories: 523.8
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Oriental Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that balances creamy richness with the satisfying crunch of water chestnuts. Made with nonfat mayonnaise and sour cream for a lighter touch, it&# 226;ÂÂs infused with savory depth from beef bouillon and Worcestershire sauce, plus a gentle kick from garlic and cayenne. The addition of pimentos and green onions adds color and freshness, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for serving with crisp vegetable sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers, this dip is ideal for parties, game days, or casual weeknight gatherings. It comes together quickly, requires no cooking, and chills beautifully, allowing the flavors to meld. A versatile and reliable recipe, itâÂÂs easy to customize with your favorite herbs or spices for a personalized twist.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Nonfat mayonnaise
  • 1 cup Nonfat sour cream
  • 8 ounce Can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped pimentos
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon Beef bouillon granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • dash Cayenne pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Drain and finely chop the water chestnuts.
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, combine the nonfat mayonnaise and nonfat sour cream.
  3. 3
    Add the chopped water chestnuts, pimentos, and green onions to the bowl.
  4. 4
    Stir in the beef bouillon granules, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  5. 5
    Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
  6. 6
    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container.
  7. 7
    Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  8. 8
    Stir the dip before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 523.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56.4g87%
Saturated Fat 13.8g69%
Cholesterol 40.2mg14%
Sodium 254.4mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 3.1g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 2.8g
Protein 2.1g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Any 2-cup combination of sour cream, mayonnaise, or drained yogurt may be used as a base for this dip.

This recipe makes about 2 1/2 cups of dip.

For a vegan version, substitute the beef bouillon with a vegetarian alternative and use vegan mayonnaise and sour cream.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before each serving as separation may occur.

Serve with crisp vegetables like carrot sticks, celery, or bell peppers, or with tortilla chips and crackers.

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