Cold Cajun Crab Dip with Cream Cheese
This spicy Cajun crab dip is an easy appetizer for your next gathering. It features delicious crab meat with a serious kick. This cold dip comes together in minutes and is the perfect appetizer for your next party or game day celebration.
Servings: 9
Calories: 178kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 12 ounces lump crab meat drained
- 4 green onions sliced
- fresh parsley for garnish
Cajun Seasoning Blend
- 1 ½ Tablespoon smoked paprika
- ½ Tablespoon onion powder
- ½ Tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
Instructions
- Stir together the cream cheese, mayo, lemon juice and zest, and spices.
- Stir in the crab meat and green onions.
- Top with fresh parsley and serve with crackers, chips, or crostini.
Notes
The flavor is best after a couple of hours. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container while the flavors meld together.
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