Crawfish Dip
Dive into the bold, irresistible flavors of the South with this creamy Crawfish Dip! Loaded with succulent crawfish tails, a medley of sautéed aromatic vegetables, and a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp cheddar, this decadent appetizer delivers a hearty dose of Cajun comfort in every bite. Elevated with a kick of hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, and a hint of smoked paprika, this dip is bursting with zesty, smoky goodness. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, it’s the perfect centerpiece for your next gathering. Serve it warm alongside crispy baguette slices or crunchy crackers to wow your guests with a taste of authentic Louisiana cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 pound crawfish tails (cooked, peeled, and deveined)
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1.5 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 1 bag or loaf baguette slices or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the crawfish tails to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cut the cream cheese into cubes and add it to the skillet. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
Mix in the sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
Fold in the green onions and parsley, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.
Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove the skillet from heat.
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with the reserved green onions and parsley.
Serve warm with baguette slices or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.9 g | 265% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.0 g | 595% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1140 mg | 380% | |
| Sodium | 5509 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.2 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.9 g | ||
| Protein | 179.1 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1823 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2765 mg | 59% | |
*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.
