🦐 Shrimp & Spinach Crab Cheese Dip 🦀
A rich, creamy, and indulgent seafood dip packed with shrimp, crab, and melty cheese—perfect for parties or a cozy night in!
Ingredients:
½ lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped 🍤
½ lb crab meat (lump or claw) 🦀
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped 🥬
8 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
½ cup heavy cream 🍶
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated 🧀
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated 🧀
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning 🌿
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (for depth) 🌶️
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
1 tablespoon olive oil
Tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread, for serving
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Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook the Shrimp:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add chopped shrimp and sauté for 2–3 minutes until pink. Set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Creamy Base:
In a large bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, heavy cream, mayonnaise, garlic, Old Bay, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3️⃣ Fold in the Seafood & Spinach:
Gently mix in shrimp, crab meat, chopped spinach, mozzarella, and parmesan until well combined.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly on top.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
Let the dip cool slightly.
Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread.
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🔹 Extra Tips:
✅ Want a spicier kick? Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
✅ Prefer a smokier flavor? Use smoked gouda instead of mozzarella.
✅ Make it extra creamy by adding ¼ cup sour cream.
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📌 Quick Facts:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: ~300 kcal per serving
Servings: 8 portions
This rich, cheesy seafood dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Would you like suggestions for drink pairings? 🍷