Cold Crab Dip with Cream Cheese
This no-cook cold crab dip combines crab, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Old Bay, hot sauce, and lemon. Serve it immediately or refrigerate it for later.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 8 oz. imitation crab meat flake or leg; canned crab or real lump crab also works
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon green onion optional
Instructions
- Use a sharp knife to mince the crab into small, even pieces, then transfer it to a medium bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, Old Bay seasoning, hot sauce, lemon juice, and optional green onion. Stir until the cream cheese is evenly incorporated and the dip is creamy.
- Serve immediately with sturdy crackers or baguette slices, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Video
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Notes
- Crab: The photos show imitation crab. Flake or leg-style imitation crab works, and canned crab or real lump crab can also be used.
- Ingredient count: The recipe uses six core ingredients plus optional green onion.
- Storage: Refrigerate the dip in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Serving: Sturdy crackers work best for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g