Description
Seafood lovers will adore this cold imitation crab dip, blending zesty flavors with smooth cream cheese. Packed with fresh herbs and tangy seasonings, this crowd-pleasing appetizer delivers delicious comfort perfect for gatherings and quick snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) imitation crab meat, finely chopped
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Optional Ingredients:
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Break down the imitation crab meat into delicate, uniform pieces using a sharp knife to ensure even distribution throughout the dip.
- Create a velvety base by whipping cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a spacious mixing bowl until the texture becomes silky and uniform.
- Infuse depth of flavor by incorporating lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, stirring thoroughly to blend all seasonings.
- Gently incorporate the chopped crab meat, sliced green onions, and optional shredded cheddar cheese, folding carefully to maintain the dip’s delicate consistency.
- Allow the dip to rest in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, enabling the ingredients to harmonize and intensify their combined flavor profile.
- Before serving, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a vibrant garnish and accompany with an array of crisp crackers, tortilla chips, or crisp vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Chop imitation crab finely to ensure even distribution and smooth texture throughout the dip.
- Adjust seasoning levels based on personal taste preferences, adding more Old Bay or garlic powder for extra kick.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat cream cheese with low-fat or Greek yogurt cream cheese alternative.
- Make this dip gluten-free by serving with gluten-free crackers or vegetable sticks instead of traditional wheat-based options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg