Description
Crab lovers will adore this Joe’s Crab Shack crab dip copycat recipe that brings coastal flavors straight to home kitchens. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with succulent crab meat, the dish offers an irresistible blend of textures and maritime charm that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170 g) lump crab meat, drained
- 2 oz (57 g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp (15 g) butter, softened
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) mayonnaise
- 4 tsp yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 tsp green bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ tsp seasoned salt
- 1/8 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp green onion, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to a welcoming 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal environment for the upcoming culinary masterpiece.
- Mixture Creation: Whisk cream cheese, butter, sour cream, and mayonnaise into a silky smooth base. Integrate seasoned salt and paprika, ensuring a uniform distribution of robust flavors and aromatic spices.
- Ingredient Incorporation: Tenderly blend diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, mozzarella, and succulent lump crab meat into the creamy foundation. Aim for a harmonious marriage of textures and tastes that promises a delightful sensory experience.
- Baking Process: Spread the velvety mixture into a lightly greased ceramic dish, ensuring an even surface for consistent heating. Nestle the dish into the preheated oven and allow it to transform for 12-14 minutes, watching for a tempting golden-brown crust and gentle bubbling that signals peak perfection.
- Finishing Touches: Retrieve the dip from the oven and crown it with a garnish of freshly sliced green onions and vibrant chopped parsley, adding a final flourish of color and fresh herbaceous notes.
- Serving Suggestion: Present immediately alongside crisp corn chips, elegant crackers, or toasted bread, inviting guests to dive into this coastal-inspired delicacy.
Notes
- Optimize Cream Cheese Consistency: Ensure cream cheese is thoroughly softened at room temperature for smooth, lump-free blending, preventing grainy texture in the final dip.
- Select Premium Crab Meat: Choose high-quality lump crab meat for authentic flavor and luxurious texture; fresh or well-drained canned meat works best for optimal taste and presentation.
- Prevent Watery Dip: Gently pat crab meat dry before mixing to remove excess moisture, maintaining a rich, creamy consistency without unwanted liquid separation.
- Customize Spice Levels: Adjust seasoned salt and paprika to personal preference, experimenting with additional herbs like Old Bay or cayenne for a personalized flavor profile that suits different palates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg