New Orleans Crab Spread
Bring the bold flavors of the South to your table with this luscious New Orleans Crab Spread. Packed with tender lump crab meat, creamy cream cheese, and a kick of Cajun seasoning, this no-cook appetizer comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect last-minute party dish. Bright hints of lemon juice and a touch of hot sauce balance the richness, while fresh green onions and parsley add a burst of color and freshness. Serve this irresistible spread with crostini or crackers for an elegant appetizer that’s guaranteed to impress. Whether you're hosting a Mardi Gras celebration or a casual gathering, this easy crab dip is sure to shine as the centerpiece of your spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces lump crab meat
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 16 pieces crostini or crackers
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the chunks of crab too much.
Add the finely chopped green onions and parsley. Mix until evenly distributed.
Transfer the crab spread to a serving dish. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and a few extra green onion slices for color.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with crostini, crackers, or your favorite dippers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 303.2 g | 389% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 732 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 6188 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.0 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 120.7 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 695 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2321 mg | 49% | |
*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.
