Moe's Queso Dip Recipe (2024)

Recipe

Contrary to what a majority of recipes on this blog may imply, I’m not vegan.

Case in point:

Queso dip.

I think it’s a great way to eat, and 95% of the time, I do end up eating that way. Vegan, that is. However, the label “vegan” leaves out one very important component of a healthy diet: lack of freedom. I don’t like restriction. I like to be able to choose what I eat with each bite.

To me, healthy eating is two things:

1) Eating for health

2) Eating for enjoyment

And there’s easily room for both.

Take for example my love of Moe’s nachos. The husband and I both love Moe’s carryout, and often turn to it on football days, after long trips, or just when we feel like a treat. There’s nothing like the delicious cheesiness that is Mexican queso, especially when it’s smothered all over nachos.

So while I don’t eat cheese on a regular basis {neither my tummy nor my feet agree with it much}, there’s always room for a little queso.

The problem isn’t the cheese, really. The problem is Moe’s has started skimping on their portions. {!!} When you only put lettuce, black beans, and jalapenos on your nachos, you end up going home with a half-full take out box. No bueno.

The nacho-making isn’t the hard part. It’s mastering that gooey, oozy, slightly spicy queso blanco. Well, I’ve finally mastered it.

You can thank me later.

Queso Dip

by with a Side of Sneakers

Ingredients

1/4 pound white American cheddar {available at the deli counter}
1/8 pound {a couple standard slices} pepper jack cheese {use Monterey jack if you don’t want a lot of kick to your dip}
1/4 cup white onion, finely diced
1/2 jalapeno, diced
1/16 tsp smoked cumin {or regular}
1/8-1/4 cup almond milk {or any milk}
1/8 cup amber or dark beer {optional..and go ahead, drink the rest;)}
1/2 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

In a small sauce pan, sauté finely diced onion over medium heat until the onion starts to brown. Stir in jalapeno and cook a few more minutes.

Rip the cheeses into smaller pieces and add to pot.

Slowly pour in a small amount of milk and whisk into melting cheese. Add beer if using. Slowly add milk/cheese until desired consistency is reached. Remember cheese will thicken quickly as it cools.

Stir in cumin and olive oil. Don’t skip the oil- it helps it not solidify so fast when you’re using it as a dip.

Equally delicious as dip…

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FAQs

What is Moe's queso made of? ›

moe's famous queso

Our queso (AKA liquid white gold) is made with jack cheese and diced jalapenos. Wondering why it's famous? Clearly, you haven't tried it.

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How many calories are in Moe's cheese dip? ›

Moe's Southwest Grill Cup Of Queso (1 serving) contains 15g total carbs, 15g net carbs, 39g fat, 18g protein, and 460 calories.

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Does a cup of queso from Moe's come with chips? ›

Moe's Famous Queso

Comes with bottomless chips.

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How long is Moe's queso good for in the fridge? ›

In general, store-bought queso can be stored in the fridge for about a week or two before it starts to go off. By keeping track of when you opened the jar and giving any leftovers a sniff before plating up a new dish, you can avoid spoiling your next queso-centric meal with expired cheese.

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What is queso dip made of? ›

Place cheese, milk, and butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir until cheese is melted. Add green chilies, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper; stir until smooth. Thin with more milk if sauce is too thick.

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What is Moe's sauce made of? ›

Moe's ideated new sauces for the VICTORY evolution, including “Moe's Sauce,” which is described by Chew Boom as Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, and “Southwest spices.” There's also a hotter “Kickin' Cayenne” that comprises “three kinds of peppers and zesty seasonings,” and “Poblano Crema,” a mix of roasted poblano ...

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What kind of oil do moes use? ›

We use only soybean oil and vegetable stock.

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Is Moe's healthy? ›

Moe's has some healthier options including a whole-grain tortilla, tofu, chicken, beans and lots of fresh produce to add to your food. I was impressed! My favorite thing is that the food is customizable which I love being able to choose my favorites. Let's just say that Moe's is toddler approved!

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Is moes considered processed food? ›

VERDICT: Clearly, based on the overly processed nature of Moe's products, Chipotle is the lesser of two evils, especially if you just stick to a salad with guacamole and salsa.

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How do I get my free queso at Moe's? ›

Rewards you can eat

Order ahead, save your faves and earn rewards with just a few taps. So download the app today and get a free cup of queso just for signing up. And get a special offer on your birthday every year. Just please don't wear your birthday suit when trying to redeem.

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Did Moe's change their queso? ›

But one thing isn't changing at Moe's Southwest Grill—the tried-and-true recipe of their famous queso won't be changing. As the brand makes changes to its menu, the team at Moe's Southwest Grill is keeping the brand's franchisees top of mind by bringing forward innovative culinary solutions that are cost neutral.

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What is the difference between queso and cheese dip? ›

Scanning the internet and the supermarket shelf, we realized that the cheese sauces are divided into two basic categories: Queso Dips, which include some amount of heat, spices, and other flavorings, and Cheese Dips, which are cheese and little else.