Crab Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this luxurious and easy-to-make Crab Spread, a creamy seafood delight perfect for any gathering. Featuring tender lump or claw crab meat blended with rich cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this dip offers a balanced burst of flavors in every bite. Brightened with fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of paprika, it’s garnished with chopped scallions and parsley for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile spread pairs beautifully with crispy crackers, toasted baguette slices, or crunchy vegetable sticks. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or a sophisticated snack, this crowd-pleaser can be served fresh or prepared in advance, making it as convenient as it is irresistible. Indulge in this classic crab dip that’s a must-try for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, lump or claw
- 2 scallions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- 0.125 tsp salt
- 0.125 tsp black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes or by microwaving it in 10-second increments until spreadable.
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika to the bowl, and mix until well combined and smooth.
Gently fold in the cooked crab meat, scallions, and parsley. Be careful not to overmix so that the crab meat retains its texture.
Taste the crab spread and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Transfer the crab spread to a serving dish and smooth out the top with a spatula. Optionally, sprinkle with a dusting of paprika or extra chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.9 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.5 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 3768 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.1 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1242 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
