Description
Crab dip from Joe’s Crab Shack delights seafood enthusiasts with its creamy coastal flavors. Crisp crackers or fresh vegetables pair perfectly with this rich, cheesy appetizer that brings ocean-inspired comfort to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) for optimal dip preparation.
- Create a creamy base by blending cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar, Parmesan, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, stirring thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Delicately integrate lump crab meat into the mixture, using gentle folding techniques to preserve the meat’s delicate texture.
- Carefully transfer the combined mixture into a baking dish, ensuring an even surface for consistent heating.
- Place in preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and bubbling edges that indicate thorough heating.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle freshly chopped green onions across the surface for a vibrant garnish, then serve immediately while warm alongside crisp crackers or toasted bread slices.
Notes
- Preserve crab meat’s delicate texture by folding gently to prevent breaking or shredding during mixing.
- Choose fresh lump crab meat for superior flavor and authentic restaurant-style quality, avoiding canned alternatives when possible.
- Reduce fat content by substituting low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt for traditional mayonnaise and sour cream without compromising taste.
- Enhance spice levels by adjusting cayenne pepper and Old Bay seasoning according to personal heat preference, allowing customizable kick for different palates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg