Whipped Avocado with Silken Tofu, Lime and Jalapeño

, from Issue #87. 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