Best 4 Crabby Carols Crab Dip Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Crabby Carol's Crab Dip, a harmonious blend of succulent crab meat, velvety cream cheese, and a symphony of zesty flavors. This iconic dish, hailing from the shores of Maryland, has captivated taste buds for generations and is now making its way to your kitchen.

Within this article, you'll find a treasure trove of crab dip recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the simplicity of the Traditional Crab Dip to the decadence of the Crab Dip with Cream Cheese, Spinach, and Artichoke, these recipes cater to every palate. Explore the tantalizing variations, including Crab Dip with Old Bay Seasoning, Crab Dip with Corn and Roasted Red Peppers, and the ultimate Crab Imperial Dip.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRAB DIP



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This easy Crab Dip recipe is meant to impress, made with fresh lump crab meat in a creamy dip that can be served hot or cold.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounce package cream cheese (, room temperature)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt*
1 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ of a lemon (, juiced)
1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese (, divided)
½ teaspoon hot sauce (, or more, to taste)
1 pound fresh jumbo lump crab meat
sourdough bread
crackers
tortilla chips
chopped cold veggies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add cream cheese to a mixing bowl and beat until smooth. Stir in mayo, sour cream, garlic, green onion, Old Bay seasoning, salt, Worcestershire, and lemon juice.
  • Add ¾ cup cheddar cheese and hot sauce and mix until smooth. Stir in crab meat.
  • Spread into a 9″ pie dish or similar size baking pan and sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  • Serve warm, with slices of sourdough bread, crackers, tortilla chips or chopped cold veggies.
  • Leftover crab dip will keep, stored covered in the fridge, for up to 5 days. Rewarm in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 1156 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRABBY CAROL'S CRAB DIP



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Categories     Shellfish     Bake     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound of crab meat (lump makes it best)
8 oz sour cream
8 oz soften cream cheese
1 tps dry mustard
1 Tbs lemon juice
3 shakes garlic salt
a few shakes of Old Bay seasoning or other crab seasoning.
l cup shredded cheddar cheese
paprika

Steps:

  • Drain crab meat well on paper towel. Mix all other ingredients together with a large spoon and then gently mix in crab meat. Cover with shredded cheese. Shake paprika on top and bake for 30 minutes at 325 degrees or until hot and bubbly. We usually serve with large corn chip scoops.

CRABBY CAJUN DIP (A LIGHT AND EASY CRAB DIP)



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From Cooking Light. This isn't the best crab dip ever (the ones with a cup of mayo and a cup of cheese get that award), but it is pretty darn tasty and reasonably healthy to boot. It is also easy to throw together.

Provided by Gingernut

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 3 3/4 cups, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups nonfat plain yogurt
1/4 cup low-fat cream cheese (AKA light cream cheese or neufchatel cheese)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons anchovy paste
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4-1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 lb lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed
1/4 cup minced red bell pepper
1/4 cup minced green bell pepper
1/4 cup minced green onion

Steps:

  • Make "yoghurt cheese" by spreading yogurt onto several layers of paper towels to 1/2-inch thickness. Cover with more paper towels. Let stand and replace paper towels once they are saturated.
  • Meanwhile combine cream cheese and next 8 ingredients (cream cheese through hot sauce), stirring well with a whisk.
  • With a spatula, scrape yogurt off paper towels into the bowl with the cream cheese mixture.
  • Add all remaining ingredients and stir gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.4, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 27.4, Sodium 247.8, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 9.4

CRABBIES



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My mom gave me this recipe. It was a childhood favorite! Crabby, cheesy, tasty! You can freeze the mixture if you want, and then thaw and use as needed.

Provided by Tracy Clark

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup margarine, softened
⅔ (5 ounce) container sharp processed cheese spread
8 ounces cooked crabmeat
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
8 English muffins, split

Steps:

  • Preheat oven on broiler setting.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together margarine and cheese spread. Stir in crabmeat, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and parsley. Spread the mixture on the split English muffins. Arrange on a cookie sheet.
  • Broil until the cheese mixture is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 30.3 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 593.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat: Fresh crab meat will give your dip the best flavor. If you can't find fresh crab meat, you can use canned crab meat, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat: Overcooked crab meat will be tough and chewy. Cook it just until it's heated through.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses will give your dip a richer flavor. Try using a combination of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Add some flavorings: You can add a variety of flavorings to your crab dip, such as Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve with your favorite dippers: Crab dip can be served with a variety of dippers, such as crackers, chips, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Crab dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and variety of dipping options, crab dip is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give crab dip a try!

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