Sikil pak (pumpkin-seed dip)
A bold, creamy Mayan-inspired dip made from toasted pumpkin seeds, charred vegetables and citrus — ideal for slathering on tostadas or serving with tortilla chips.
Sikil pak is often referred to as Mayan hummus due to its creamy texture. Sikil pak is traditionally made by crushing pepitas in a molcajete, so it has more of a coarse mouthfeel. A food processor mimics the texture most closely, but a blender will work too. If you prefer your salsas on the mild side, start with half a habanero. Citrus plays a central role in Mayan cuisine: here it lends brightness and boosts the fruity notes of the chiles. This is a bold salsa that's best enjoyed slathered on a tostada.