Here’s a tasty recipe for Louisiana Hot Crab Dip that’s sure to be a hit! It combines the rich flavors of crab with a bit of heat from Cajun seasoning, perfect for serving at a party or as an appetizer.
Louisiana Hot Crab Dip Recipe
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
- 1-2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 lb lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained and picked through)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (like Tabasco)
- Fresh lemon juice (optional, for a bit of tang)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the dip base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Stir well to combine until smooth.
- Add the seasonings and cheeses: To the cream cheese mixture, add the mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions (reserve a bit for garnish), Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Fold in the crab meat: Gently fold the lump crab meat into the mixture, making sure you don’t break it up too much—leave some nice chunks of crab for texture.
- Add Worcestershire and hot sauce: Stir in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning if you like it spicier or with a little more tang from lemon juice.
- Transfer to baking dish: Spoon the crab dip mixture into a greased baking dish (about 8×8 or similar size).
- Bake: Bake the dip in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish & Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with reserved green onions and a sprinkle of extra Cajun seasoning if you’d like.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this hot crab dip with:
- Toasted baguette slices
- Tortilla chips
- Crackers
- Fresh veggies (carrot sticks, celery, etc.)
Enjoy the spicy, cheesy goodness of this Louisiana-inspired dip! Feel free to tweak the heat level by adjusting the Cajun seasoning and hot sauce.