Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz crab meat, flaked
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped tomato
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the crab meat, onion, green bell pepper, celery, tomato, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- To serve, shape the cream cheese mixture into a ball and place on a serving plate. Serve with crackers, chips, or vegetables for dipping.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and creamy
- Crab flavor is prominent
- Perfect for parties or appetizers
- Can be easily customized to your taste preferences
User Comments:
- "This crab dip was a hit at my party! I loved the creamy texture and the zesty flavor." - Lisa
- "I have tried many crab dip recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser." - Sarah
- "I added a little bit of chopped bacon to mine, and it was divine!" - Alex
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to refrigerate the crab dip for at least 2 hours before serving, to allow the flavors to meld.
- If you don't have any Worcestershire sauce, you can substitute steak sauce or soy sauce.
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Don't overmix the crab dip, as this can make it tough.