Cajun Hot Crab Dip

Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Cajun Hot Crab Dip
65 min.
12
109kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a scrumptious Cajun Hot Crab Dip? Perfectly creamy and packed with bold flavors, this dip is the perfect choice for any gathering or cozy night in. Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a game day snack, or simply looking for a delightful treat to share with friends, this dairy-free dip will impress even the most discerning seafood lovers.

Imagine the rich taste of lump crabmeat combined with zesty Cajun seasoning, hints of fresh chives, and a bit of heat from hot pepper sauce, all beautifully baked to golden perfection. The crisp topping of panko adds a delightful crunch that contrasts irresistibly with the creamy filling beneath. Best of all, this delicious dip is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just 65 minutes from start to finish.

With each bite, you and your guests will enjoy a symphony of flavors that is sure to become an instant favorite. Serve it warm with crispy vegetable sticks, crunchy crackers, or your favorite bread, and watch as it disappears in no time! Dive into the vibrant culinary world of Cajun cooking with this delightful dip that perfectly balances taste and texture, and make your next gathering unforgettable.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoons cajun spice salt-free
  • tablespoons chives fresh minced
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • pound lump crab meat divided
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • tablespoons panko bread crumbs 
  • tablespoon hot sauce hot (such as Tabasco)
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots minced
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • casserole dish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  3. Add shallots and garlic to pan; cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Place 1 cup crab in a food processor.
  5. Add the shallot mixture, 1/4 cup water, pepper sauce, and Cajun seasoning to crab; process until smooth. Spoon mixture into a large bowl, and stir in remaining crab, mayonnaise, and the next 5 ingredients (through black pepper).
  6. Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart glass or ceramic casserole dish coated lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Combine panko and chives in a small bowl; sprinkle over crab mixture. Coat panko mixture with cooking spray.
  8. Bake at 450 for 30 minutes or until browned and bubbly.
  9. Let stand 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories109kcal
Protein27.81%
Fat61.71%
Carbs10.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.5
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.602173867109%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:109.41kcal
5.47%
Fat:7.41g
11.4%
Saturated Fat:1.17g
7.31%
Carbohydrates:2.83g
0.94%
Net Carbohydrates:2.44g
0.89%
Sugar:0.6g
0.66%
Cholesterol:19.8mg
6.6%
Sodium:471.55mg
20.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.52g
15.03%
Vitamin B12:3.42µg
57.03%
Selenium:14.69µg
20.99%
Copper:0.37mg
18.25%
Vitamin K:17.51µg
16.67%
Zinc:2.34mg
15.59%
Vitamin C:9.05mg
10.97%
Phosphorus:92.92mg
9.29%
Vitamin A:311.38IU
6.23%
Folate:23.3µg
5.82%
Magnesium:21.71mg
5.43%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.47%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.31%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.19%
Potassium:111.52mg
3.19%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.15%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.08%
Iron:0.5mg
2.75%
Calcium:26.05mg
2.6%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.21%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.94%
Fiber:0.39g
1.57%
Source:My Recipes