Loaded Queso Dip (Printable Version)
A creamy blend of beef, chorizo, cheeses, and spices for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing dip.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Meat
01 -
454 g ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
02 -
227 g chorizo, casings removed
→ Vegetables
03 -
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
04 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
05 -
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
→ Canned goods
06 -
1 can (284 g) Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
07 -
1 can (284 g) Hot Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
→ Cheese
08 -
227 g Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
09 -
227 g cream cheese, softened
10 -
100 g shredded Monterey Jack cheese
11 -
56 g shredded Pepper Jack cheese
→ Dairy
12 -
60 ml milk or half-and-half (adjust for consistency)
→ Spices
13 -
1 teaspoon chili powder
14 -
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
15 -
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 -
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For serving
17 -
Tortilla chips
18 -
Chopped fresh cilantro
19 -
Pico de gallo
20 -
Diced avocado
21 -
Sliced green onions
22 -
Sour cream
23 -
Guacamole
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef and chorizo, breaking apart with a spoon until no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
02 -
Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
03 -
Pour in both cans of Rotel including the juice. Add minced jalapeño if desired, then stir to combine evenly.
04 -
Reduce heat to low and add Velveeta cubes, cream cheese, Monterey Jack, and Pepper Jack cheeses. Stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
05 -
If mixture is too thick, incorporate milk or half-and-half in tablespoon increments until desired creaminess is achieved.
06 -
Add chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and taste to adjust seasoning accordingly.
07 -
Transfer queso to a serving bowl and garnish with cilantro, pico de gallo, avocado, green onions, sour cream, or guacamole as preferred. Serve immediately with warm tortilla chips.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
For balanced heat, omit jalapeño or use it sparingly based on guest tolerance.