Joe’s Crab Shack Crab Dip
A delightful, creamy crab dip packed with fresh crab meat and savory ingredients, perfect for gatherings.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 245kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz softened cream cheese or Neufchatel
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise Adds tangy richness
- 1/2 cup regular or light sour cream Infuses tartness
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Provides sharpness
- 12 oz canned lump crab meat Use two 6 oz cans
- 1 tbsp grated white onion Adds a subtle crunch
- 2 tbsp finely chopped Italian parsley Introduces freshness
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce Provides umami depth
- 1/2 lemon Juice of Brightens flavor
- 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning salt Like Lawry’s
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper Heightens flavors
- to taste Tabasco sauce Optional for heat
- Crackers, tortilla chips, or baguette slices for serving Provide crunchy contrast
Instructions
Oven Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth.
- Stir in the crab meat, cheddar cheese, grated onion, lemon juice, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning salt, black pepper, and Tabasco sauce. Mix thoroughly.
- Transfer the mixture into a small baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Slow Cooker Method
- Place all ingredients in a 3–4 quart slow cooker and combine well.
- Cover and set to LOW for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- After 2 hours, stir and let cook for an additional 15–20 minutes until fully heated.
- Keep on WARM for up to one hour, stirring gently to maintain creaminess.
Notes
For the best flavor, choose quality lump crab meat. You can adjust the heat with more Tabasco or jalapeño. This dip can be prepped ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.