Crawfish Elegante Dip
Indulge in the bold, savory flavors of the South with this creamy Crawfish Elegante Dip, the perfect centerpiece for any gathering. Packed with tender, succulent crawfish tails, melty Monterey Jack cheese, and a blend of vibrant Cajun spices, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is pure comfort food. A fragrant sauté of onion, bell pepper, and garlic boosts the base, while cream cheese and mayonnaise create an irresistibly rich and velvety texture. Finished with a golden-bubbly top and a touch of fresh parsley, this baked crawfish dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or crackers for scooping. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s the ultimate choice for game days, parties, or whenever you crave a taste of Louisiana-inspired goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound crawfish tails
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 stalks green onions, finely sliced
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 bag tortilla chips or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crawfish tails to the skillet, stirring to combine, and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Reduce the heat to low and mix in the cream cheese. Stir until fully melted and incorporated.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the mayonnaise, 1 1/2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, cajun seasoning, paprika, hot sauce, green onions, and lemon juice. Mix well.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 420.1 g | 539% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.8 g | 694% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1424 mg | 475% | |
| Sodium | 6544 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.3 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 164.0 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2239 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2446 mg | 52% | |
*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.
