Best 6 Top Notch Crab Claw Dip Or Spread Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our top-notch crab claw dip and spread recipes. These delectable creations are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

**Crab Claw Dip:**

Succulent crab meat takes center stage in this creamy, flavorful dip. A blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and seasonings elevates the crab's natural sweetness, while a touch of Old Bay seasoning adds a hint of spice. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this dip is sure to be a hit.

**Crab Claw Spread:**

Looking for a versatile spread that adds a touch of elegance to your meals? Look no further than our crab claw spread. Crafted with a combination of crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and herbs, this spread boasts a smooth, rich texture and an explosion of flavors. Use it as a delectable topping for crackers, sandwiches, or even as a filling for deviled eggs.

**Hot Crab Claw Dip:**

Spice up your next party with our tantalizing hot crab claw dip. This fiery variation incorporates chopped jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and a dash of chili powder into the classic crab dip recipe. The result is a dip that packs a punch of heat and leaves your taste buds craving for more.

**Crab Rangoon Dip:**

If you love the crispy, creamy goodness of crab rangoon, you'll adore our crab rangoon dip. This unique dip combines crab meat, cream cheese, and wonton wrappers, creating a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Serve it with wonton chips, crackers, or vegetable crudités for a truly memorable appetizer.

**Crabby Avocado Dip:**

For a healthier take on crab dip, try our refreshing crab avocado dip. This recipe blends avocado, crab meat, Greek yogurt, and lime juice, resulting in a creamy, light dip that's packed with nutrients. Enjoy it with whole-wheat crackers or vegetable sticks for a guilt-free snack or appetizer.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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

CAJUN CRAB DIP



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Kick your party up a notch with this fun but simple Cajun spread recipe made with crab meat - serve hot or cold!

Provided by Mandy Rivers | South Your Mouth

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound crab meat (lump or claw)
1 8-oz package cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3-5 teaspoons prepared horseradish
3-5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons hot sauce
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, mayo, 3 teaspoons prepared horseradish, 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning and hot sauce then mix until smooth and creamy. Taste for seasoning then add more horseradish, Cajun seasoning and/or salt if desired.
  • Gently fold crab meat into cream cheese mixture. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with crackers.

~ TOP NOTCH CRAB CLAW DIP OR SPREAD ~



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I was dabbling in the kitchen as norm & been experimenting for the holidays and this one is most definitely a keeper. It's going to make its appearance on my Thanksgiving snack table. We love cream cheese based dips so that was a must & I used claw meat instead of the normal crab and oh what a flavorful difference. None of the...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 - 8 oz crab claw meat - i used a pouch that you find in the meat section of most markets
8 oz softened, cream cheese
3 Tbsp good mayonnaise - such as hellmann's
1/4 tsp lemon/ pepper spice
1/8 tsp old bay seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic paste

Steps:

  • 1. Pick through crab claw meat and remove any shell or pieces of cartilage.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, add all of the ingredients and mix with a hand held mixer until everything is blended well. For a chunkier dip, whip all of the ingredients, except for the crab and fold it in last. Cover and chill until ready to serve.Sprinkle with a little paprika for garnish if you so desire. Serve with assorted crackers.
  • 3. Enjoy! It's so good!

CRAB SPREAD



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My family has fond memories of traveling to my parents' house for Christmas dinner. After a 12-hour drive, we'd be welcomed in the door with this special seafood spread. -Barbara Biddle, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
Paprika
Assorted crackers or vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. To serve chilled, cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with paprika., To serve warm, spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until heated through. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

THE WORLD'S GREATEST CRAB RECIPE



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When it comes to crab you have 3 options: you can go to the expensive seafood place for overpriced, soggy, and bland crab; you can ruin it yourself at home; or you can follow this recipe and have crab so good you will never eat it any other way.

Provided by Dreamthief

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 16m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup olive oil
½ cup butter
½ cup minced garlic
4 pounds Snow Crab clusters, thawed if necessary

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. When hot, lightly oil grate.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, butter, and garlic; generously brush onto crab.
  • Cook crab on preheated grill, turning once, until the shell begins to brown, about 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 956.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 394.5 mg, Fat 72.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 68.9 g, SaturatedFat 22.3 g, Sodium 1292.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CRAB DIP



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Hot crab dip served in a bread bowl. Perfect for parties!

Provided by Laurie O'Grady

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained and flaked
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 (1 pound) loaf round, crusty Italian bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, onion, mayonnaise, crabmeat, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Spread mixture into a 1 quart baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. While the dip is baking, cut a circle in the top of the bread, and scoop out the inside to create a bread bowl. Tear the removed bread into pieces for dipping.
  • Remove baked crab dip from the oven, and stir well. Spoon the mixture into the hollowed out loaf. Place bread bowl and chunks of bread on a medium baking sheet, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 318 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. If using frozen crab meat, thaw it completely before using.
  • Be sure to remove all of the cartilage from the crab meat before using.
  • For a creamy dip, use a combination of cream cheese and sour cream. For a lighter dip, use Greek yogurt.
  • Add some chopped green onions, red onion, or chives for extra flavor.
  • Serve the dip with crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Crab claw dip or spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to formal parties. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a crab claw dip or spread recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a delicious and crowd-pleasing appetizer, give crab claw dip or spread a try!

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