1-Start by heating the olive oil over medium heat in a saucepan, then add the onions, garlic, and jalapeños. Cook them until they’re very soft, about 10 minutes, but make sure they don’t brown to keep the flavors mild and fresh.

2-Once that’s done, transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the black beans, salt, cumin, lime juice, water, and cilantro, then blend until it’s almost smooth you might need to stir it a bit for even texture. If the dip seems too thick, just thin it out with a little more water or lime juice.

3-After blending, give it a taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve it warm, cold, or at room temperature with tortilla chips for a crowd-pleaser. For added variety, try incorporating ideas from our spice-rubbed turkey recipe to experiment with extra flavors that complement the dip’s base.