Creole Style Shrimp And Crab Dip

Creole Style Shrimp and Crab Dip is a delicious and flavorful appetizer that combines the rich seafood flavors with the bold and vibrant spices of Martinican cuisine. This creamy and savory dip is perfect for entertaining or as a special treat for yourself.

Creole Style Shrimp And Crab Dip

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound lump crab meat
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, crab meat, mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions, red bell pepper, celery, Creole seasoning, hot sauce, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs on top.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
  4. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking dish Mixing bowl Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven Baking sheet

Serving suggestions

Serve the Creole Style Shrimp and Crab Dip with crispy baguette slices, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dip mixture.

Cost

$25