Description
A creamy seafood dip combining shrimp and crab meat, perfect for appetizers and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat, drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional)
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- If using raw shrimp, sauté in a little oil for 2–3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Let them cool, then chop.
- Drain the crab meat very well to avoid excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is creamy.
- Gently fold in the chopped shrimp, crab meat, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Be careful not to overmix.
- Spread the mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish or an oven-safe skillet.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley or chives and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve hot with crostini, crackers, slices of baguette, pita chips, or veggie sticks.
Notes
Make sure to drain the crab meat well to keep the dip from becoming watery. For a smoother dip, blend the creamy ingredients in a food processor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American