Amish dip: history and origin
Amish dip is a traditional recipe originating from the Amish communities in the United States, known for their simple lifestyle and homemade cooking based on fresh and natural ingredients. This preparation is especially popular in the Pennsylvania region, where the Amish preserve their culinary traditions that are passed down from generation to generation.
In Latin America, this recipe does not have a widely known specific name, but its ingredients and style can be found in similar dishes like dips or spreads for sandwiches and potatoes. In other countries like Mexico or Argentina, preparations with bases of mayonnaise, cream cheese, and tuna are common, although they are not called "Amish dip".
The combination of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and tuna with olives and walnuts provides a creamy and slightly tangy flavor that recalls the artisanal tradition that characterizes Amish cuisine.
How to prepare Amish dip
Ingredients: Cream cheese, mayonnaise, tuna, olives, walnuts, lemon juice, black pepper.
Steps:
Mix all the ingredients, adding more or less mayonnaise according to your preference to make a sauce for potatoes or a sandwich filling.
It was often served on dark, heavy bread as a sandwich at quilting bees.
