Hot Crab Dip
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Hot Crab Dip
Description
Hot Crab Dip combines soft cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and mayonnaise with lump crab meat and Parmesan cheese, enhanced by smoked paprika and Worcestershire sauce. The mixture is blended to a smooth consistency, folded gently with crab meat and extra Parmesan, then baked until hot and bubbly. Finishing under the broiler adds a golden brown touch. The resulting dip has a creamy texture balanced by the sweetness of crab and a smoky accent from paprika, making it suitable for serving as a warm appetizer alongside breads or chips.
This recipe allows for customization by mixing in ingredients like corn, artichoke, celery, or green onions or switching Parmesan for cheddar or pepper jack for different intensity. It also offers a cold serving option by mixing ingredients without baking. The dip pairs well with sliced cucumbers, carrots, or celery sticks for a low-carb alternative. Using lump crab meat enhances the texture, but imitation crab can be used if desired.
The recipe is flexible for various flavor adjustments, such as adding cayenne for heat. Serving it warmed is classic, though cold presentation is convenient. The addition of fresh herbs like thyme or green onion as garnish adds freshness. This dip makes a convenient party or snack option, with ease of preparation by hand or food processor depending on available equipment.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded plus a little more for sprinkling on top of the dip
- 1/2 tsp salt add to taste
- 6-8 ounces crab meat lump; if canned drain excess liquid but do not rinse
garnish
- lemon wedges
- thyme fresh; or green onion or chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Blend the cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce in a food processor. You can also use electric beaters, or do it by hand, but this will take some elbow grease to get it smooth. Note: when you use a food processor you can start with cold cream cheese, but if you are doing this by hand, softened cream cheese will be easier to work with.
- Fold in the Parmesan, then taste the mixture to add salt and adjust the seasonings. Gently fold in the crab and spread it into your baking dish. Sprinkle with a bit more Parmesan over the top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until hot and bubbly. Finish under the broiler if you want more browning, but be very careful not to burn the dip.
- Serve hot with bread, crackers, or chips.
Notes
- This dip can be served cold by mixing the ingredients without baking, making it a quick alternative.
- Variations include adding vegetables like corn, artichoke, or celery for more texture and flavor.
- Use different cheeses such as cheddar or pepper jack instead of Parmesan for a sharper taste.
- Add cayenne pepper to introduce a spicy kick if desired.
- Serve with bread, crackers, or low-carb options like sliced cucumbers and carrot sticks for dipping.
- Imitation crab meat is acceptable but draining excess liquid is important; do not rinse canned crab to maintain flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 196 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 196kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 428mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 500IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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