Description
Creamy Joe’s Crab Shack crab dip brings coastal flavors right to your kitchen, blending succulent seafood with rich, tangy cream cheese. Seafood enthusiasts will savor this irresistible appetizer that promises to elevate any gathering with its luxurious texture and bold maritime essence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) lump crab meat
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Dairy and Creamy Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at a moderate temperature of 375°F, ensuring the rack is positioned in the center.
- Create a creamy base by thoroughly blending cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into the mixture, then introduce bright notes of lemon juice, umami-rich Worcestershire sauce, aromatic Old Bay seasoning, minced garlic, and a touch of hot sauce.
- Delicately integrate fresh crab meat, chopped green onions, and vibrant red bell pepper, gently folding to maintain the integrity of the crab.
- Smoothly distribute the entire mixture into a baking dish, ensuring an even layer for consistent heating.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden, bubbling surface that signals perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for a few minutes, which helps the dip set and intensifies its rich flavors before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Slightly drain the crab meat to prevent excess moisture in the dip.
- Adjust hot sauce levels to match personal spice preferences, making it mild or extra zesty.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and serve with gluten-free crackers or vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg