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Joe's Crab Shack Crab Dip Recipe

Joe's Crab Shack Crab Dip Recipe

Sara Collins
The Joe's Crab Shack Crab Dip Recipe is creamy, rich and full of seafood flavor. Many people love this dip at restaurants. The good news is you can make it at home easily.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup lump crab meat fresh or canned, drained
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This temperature melts the cheese perfectly and warms the dip evenly. Lightly grease a small baking dish so the dip does not stick.

Mix the Creamy Base

  • In a large bowl, add softened cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise. Mix with a spoon or spatula until smooth. This creamy base gives the dip its rich texture.

Add Flavor Ingredients

  • Add lemon juice, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, paprika and black pepper. Stir well so the spices mix evenly with the creamy base.

Add the Crab Meat

  • Gently fold in the crab meat. Mix slowly so the crab pieces stay whole. This helps the dip keep its seafood flavor and texture.

Add the Cheese

  • Add shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese to the bowl. Mix gently until the cheese spreads evenly throughout the dip mixture.

Transfer to Baking Dish

  • Spoon the crab dip mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread the top evenly using a spatula so the dip cooks evenly.

Bake the Dip

  • Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for about 20 minutes. The cheese should melt and the dip should look hot and bubbly.

Add Garnish

  • Remove the dip from the oven carefully. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top. This adds freshness and a little color.

Serve Warm

  • Let the dip cool for two minutes. Serve warm with crackers, bread, or tortilla chips for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use lump crab meat for the best seafood flavor.
  • Make sure cream cheese is softened before mixing.
  • Do not overmix the crab meat. It should stay chunky.
  • Add extra cheese on top for a golden crust.
  • Serve the dip warm for the best taste.
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