Description
A quick and flavorful Spicy Ricotta Dip combining creamy ricotta cheese with zesty lemon, spicy chili flakes, aromatic rosemary, and a touch of sweet hot honey. Perfect for serving as an appetizer with crackers or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese (around 475g)
- Grated zest and juice from half a lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A dash of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup runny honey
- 1 teaspoon spicy sauce (such as hot sauce or Sriracha)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
- 1 to 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Ricotta: In a mixing bowl, add the fresh ricotta cheese and use a whisk or fork to slightly break it down, ensuring a smoother texture for the dip.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the grated lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until all ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.
- Incorporate Spices and Honey: Drizzle in the runny honey and spicy sauce. Mix in the crushed chili flakes and chopped rosemary until the dip is smooth with a balanced spicy-sweet flavor.
- Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold the chopped walnuts into the mixture to add a crunchy texture. Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving dish and optionally drizzle with extra hot honey for an added kick. Serve immediately with crackers or fresh vegetables of your choice.
Notes
- Use fresh ricotta cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your heat preference.
- Runny honey works best for drizzling and mixing easily.
- This dip can be prepared up to a few hours in advance and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Try pairing with pita chips, toasted baguette slices, or crisp vegetable sticks for variety.
