Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Cajun Crab and Shrimp Dip, a creamy and spicy seafood appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. This baked dip combines tender shrimp, lump crab meat, and a blend of cheeses with Cajun spices for a zesty kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Cheese and Seafood Mix:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup lump crab meat (drained and picked over for shells)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
For Serving:
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and hot sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in cheddar cheese, Parmesan, shrimp, crab meat, and green onions.
- Bake: Spoon the mixture into a baking dish, bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Finish: Sprinkle with parsley, serve warm with lemon wedges and sides.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels to taste.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt and light cream cheese.
- Dip can be prepared in advance and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
