Whipped Avocado with Silken Tofu, Lime and Jalapeño

, from Issue #87, page 80. October, 2019
Photography by Josh Griggs.
Whipped Avocado with Silken Tofu, Lime and Jalapeño
Whipped Avocado with Silken Tofu, Lime and Jalapeño

Silken tofu and ripe avocado give this dip a lusciously thick, creamy texture, with the jalapeños and lime adding a refreshing bite. Serve with crudités and small grissini bread sticks. 

 

INGREDIENTS

300 grams silken tofu, drained
1 large ripe avocado
½ packed cup coriander, roughly chopped 
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup sliced jalapeños in brine, drained
1 tablespoon jalapeño brine
finely grated zest 2 limes
2 tablespoons lime juice 
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon caster sugar
1½ teaspoons sea salt
To serve
toasted sesame seeds and olive oil

 

METHOD

Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until silky-smooth or place in a deep bowl and use a stick blender. 

To serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and top with sesame seeds and a drizzle of olive oil. Makes about 2 cups