Easy Rotel Dip Recipe
The Easy Rotel Dip Recipe is one of the simplest party dips ever. It is creamy, cheesy and full of bold flavor. This dip uses very few ingredients, but the taste feels rich and fun.
Ingredients
- Ground beef 250 grams
- Velveeta cheese 225 grams, cubed
- Rotel tomatoes with green chilies 1 can, drained
- Onion 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Garlic powder ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper ¼ teaspoon
Instructions
Cook the beef
- Place a pan on medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Break it apart while cooking.
Drain excess fat
- Remove extra grease from the pan. This keeps the dip smooth and not oily.
Add onion
- Add chopped onion to the beef. Cook for two minutes until soft and fragrant.
Add Rotel tomatoes
- Stir in drained Rotel tomatoes. Mix well so flavors combine evenly.
Add seasonings
- Sprinkle garlic powder and black pepper. Stir gently to spread flavor through the meat.
Add cheese
- Add cubed Velveeta cheese to the pan. Lower heat to medium-low.
Melt the cheese
- Stir slowly until cheese melts completely. The dip should look smooth and creamy.
Adjust texture
- If dip feels thick, add two tablespoons milk. Stir until you like the texture.
Taste and adjust
- Taste the dip carefully. Add more pepper or spice if needed.
Serve warm
- Turn off heat and serve immediately. Keep warm on low heat if serving later.
Notes
- Use lean beef to reduce grease.
- Drain tomatoes well for better texture.
- Stir often to prevent cheese burning.
- Keep heat low while melting cheese.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice.