Description
Creamy Joe’s Crab Shack Dip delivers coastal comfort in every spoonful, blending rich seafood flavors with zesty seasonings. Seafood enthusiasts will dive into this irresistible appetizer that brings restaurant-quality indulgence straight to home kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Seafood Ingredient:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) lump crab meat, drained
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (57 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) mayonnaise
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 4 teaspoons yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 teaspoons green bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon green onion, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even heating environment for the upcoming culinary creation.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate softened cream cheese, butter, sour cream, and mayonnaise into a velvety, homogeneous blend. Incorporate seasoned salt and paprika, whisking thoroughly to distribute the aromatic spices evenly.
- Gently fold in finely diced yellow onion, verdant green bell pepper, shredded mozzarella, and delicate lump crab meat. Ensure each ingredient is meticulously integrated, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Delicately transfer the luxurious mixture into a lightly greased, shallow ceramic baking dish, spreading it with a smooth, even surface to promote uniform heating.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the dip to transform for 10-14 minutes. Watch for a golden-brown surface and telltale bubbling that signals the perfect moment of culinary readiness.
- Carefully extract the dip from the oven, adorning its surface with vibrant sliced green onions and freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and additional flavor dimension.
- Serve immediately alongside crisp corn chips, elegant crackers, or toasted bread slices, inviting guests to indulge in this decadent coastal-inspired appetizer.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality lump crab meat for the most authentic flavor and texture in your dip.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture that blends easily.
- Adjust seasoning by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra kick if you prefer a spicier dip.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt as healthier alternatives without compromising the creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg