You know how it is. Sometimes, it’s the subzi that gets more recognition than the pulao or roti it is served with. That’s how it is in the case of dips too. Packaged accompaniments like cheese sauce and tomato ketchup are getting quite boring; and even readymade salsa is not so exciting anymore. What you need to make your party or get-together the talk of town is a wonderful selection of dips to accompany your chips and snacks. The perfect combo of chips and dips like the Schezuan Mayonnaise Dip along with nacho chips also completes the experience of spending time with friends and family, or relaxing in front of the TV or with a good book.
Interestingly dips are also generally very easy and quick to prepare, and reduce the dependence on the actual finger food. So, you can make an elaborate spread of dips like Layered Mexican Dip, Queso Dip or the Broccoli and Red Capsicum Dip and simply put out some toasts, vegetable strips or a pack of store-bought chips, and there, you are all set to make a real culinary style statement!
Make sure you match the dips properly with the chips. If you are serving a platter, go for a well-balanced choice of dips including a cheesy one, a herby one, a tangy one, and so on. If you are serving just one dip and a one snack, make sure they are complementary. A creamy dip like the Quick Cheese Dip will go well with a spicy snack like chilli flavoured potato chips, and a tangy dip will go well with a sober snack, while a cheesy, herby dip might combine wonderfully with vegetable strips. So, put some thought into the planning – and within minutes you can put out a memorable snack. Just wait and see if somebody does not lick their fingers.