SPICY CHIPOTLE CRAB DIP

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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 sandwiches or 8 hors d'oeuvres servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup sour cream
4 scallions, chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Grated zest and juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped chipotle pepper
2 pounds cooked crab meat, picked over for shells
Sliced bread, if serving as sandwiches
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons grated Gruyère cheese, if serving as dip
Crackers, if serving as dip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, scallions, jalapeño peppers, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, chipotle and crab meat.
  • Serve on bread for sandwiches, or make into a hot dip: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Stir 1/2 cup of the cheese into crab salad. Transfer mixture to a casserole or gratin dish and sprinkle with the remaining 3 tablespoons of cheese. Bake until the top is golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 246, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 643 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Kayd Sugaal
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.


Minhaj kiani
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This crab dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Evelyn Cottman (Milady Eve)
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dip, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's creamy, cheesy, and has just the right amount of spice.


Tricia Pasha
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This dip is delicious! The chipotle peppers give it a nice kick. I served it with tortilla chips and it was a big hit.


Jonas Frederiksen
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself as a snack.


Elizabeth Kemunto
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This dip is perfect for a party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Ivy Phiri
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I'm not a big fan of crab, but I really enjoyed this dip. It's so flavorful and the chipotle peppers add a nice smoky flavor.


Debra Watson
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This is the best crab dip I've ever had. It's so rich and creamy, and the chipotle peppers give it a nice kick.


Bat Masterson
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I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Wiseman Madzivire
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This dip is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I could eat it every day.


Ahmad Gondal
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.


emy Q
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This crab dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ofentse Malothane
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dip, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's creamy, cheesy, and has just the right amount of spice.


Roop Chand
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This dip is delicious! The chipotle peppers give it a nice kick. I served it with tortilla chips and it was a big hit.


_Mr_zain
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself as a snack.


Leon Ross
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This crab dip was a hit at my party! It was spicy, cheesy, and oh-so-flavorful. I used fresh crab meat and it made all the difference.