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Creamy bean dip with smoked paprika and chives

Pikantne Vegetarian Dishes Snacks 20 min Medium 23 wyświetleń ~11.65 PLN * - (0)
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Description

Creamy bean dip is a thick, velvety paste perfect as a snack for gatherings, for sandwiches, or as an accompaniment to fresh vegetables. Inspired by Polish cuisine – simple canned bean ingredients enriched with smoked paprika, cumin, and a generous portion of chives create unexpected, slightly smoky and herbal notes. Thanks to its creamy consistency, the dip pairs well with whole grain bread, crunchy rye crackers, or young seasonal vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, radishes). It is vegetarian, easy to prepare in 20 minutes, and can be easily modified to a creamier version with the addition of yogurt. Aesthetically presented – garnished with chives and olive oil – it serves as a rustic element on the table.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (11)

Servings:
4
  • White bean 240 g
  • Garlic 2 ząbki (~10 g)
  • Lemon juice 30 g
  • Rapeseed oil 30 g
  • Cumin 2 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 2 g
  • Black pepper 2 szczypty (~1 g)
  • Smoked paprika 2 łyżeczki (~4 g)
  • Chives 0.3 pęczków (~30 g)
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Natural yogurt 100 g
  • Toasted sunflower seeds 30 g
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~11.65 PLN (2.91 PLN/porcję)
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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Prepare all the ingredients and tools: drain the beans in a strainer and rinse with cold water (drained about 240 g). Peel the garlic cloves. Wash the chives and dry them with a paper towel, then finely chop. Squeeze the juice from the lemon into a small bowl.

Ingredients: White bean, Garlic, lemon juice, Chives
Use a strainer to drain the beans and a cutting board with a sharp knife for the chives. Well-dried chives will prevent the dip from becoming watery.

Preparation of spices

2

In a small dry skillet, toast the cumin seeds for 30–45 seconds over medium heat until they start to become fragrant (be careful not to burn them). Transfer them to a small plate and, if desired, lightly crush them in a mortar or between spoons to release the aroma.

Ingredients: cumin
Use a 20 cm diameter pan without oil. Toasting takes a short time — as soon as you smell an intense aroma, immediately remove the pan from the heat.

Emulsification and blending

3

Transfer the drained beans to a blender bowl (or to a large bowl if you are using an immersion blender). Add the peeled garlic, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of rapeseed oil (30 g), and toasted cumin. Blend on medium speed for 1–2 minutes until the mixture starts to come together and becomes smooth. If the mixture is too thick, pour in a tablespoon of cold water or an additional tablespoon of oil until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency similar to a paste.

Ingredients: White bean, Garlic, lemon juice, Rapeseed oil, cumin
Use a blender, either a jug or an immersion one with a mixing attachment. Blend in short pulses, stopping the blender to scrape down the mixture from the sides of the bowl with a spatula. The finished dip should be smooth, without large lumps — this usually takes 1–2 minutes.

Seasoning

4

Transfer the blended beans to a medium bowl. Add smoked paprika (4 g), salt (2 g), and pepper (1 g). If you want a milder flavor, add 100 g of natural yogurt now (optional) and mix with a spoon until combined. Taste and adjust if necessary with lemon juice or salt — the flavor should be balanced between creaminess, acidity, and a hint of smoky paprika.

Ingredients: Smoked paprika, Salt, Black pepper, Natural yogurt
Mix using a wide spoon or a rubber spatula. Taste the dip after each adjustment of the spices — it's easier to add salt than to take it away.

Finishing and consistency

5

Add the remaining tablespoon of rapeseed oil (15 g) and half of the chopped chives (15 g) to the dip. Gently mix with a fork to incorporate air and give it a slightly velvety texture. The consistency should be smooth but thick enough to hold its shape when spooned.

Ingredients: Rapeseed oil, Chives
Use a serving spoon to check how it holds its shape. If the dip is too runny, add 1–2 tablespoons of drained beans and blend lightly.

Serving

6

Transfer the dip to a small bowl. Decorate with the remaining chives, a delicate drizzle of olive oil (or canola oil), and sprinkle with a bit of smoked paprika. Optionally, sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds (30 g) for crunch. Serve with whole grain bread, rye crackers, or young seasonal vegetables.

Ingredients: Chives, Smoked paprika, toasted sunflower seeds
Use a small ceramic bowl with a diameter of 12–14 cm for an aesthetic presentation. Additionally, you can add sunflower seeds for texture.

Fun Fact

💡

Beans have been a staple in Polish cuisine for centuries as an inexpensive and filling source of protein — in traditional recipes, they were often combined with herbs and smoked meat. In the vegetarian version, smoked paprika replaces the smoky notes of meat.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the dip chilled for 15–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve with whole grain bread, rye crackers, or sliced young vegetables (carrot, cucumber, radish). For a change, add a spoonful of yogurt when serving to mellow the intensity of the spices.

🥡 Storage

Store in a closed container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Before serving, stir and optionally add a tablespoon of oil or yogurt if the dip has lost its creaminess. Freezing is not recommended as the texture may separate.

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