Portuguese Shrimp Dip
Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Portugal with this creamy, flavor-packed Portuguese Shrimp Dip—an irresistible appetizer that's perfect for any gathering. Featuring tender, sautéed shrimp infused with garlic, sweet paprika, and a dash of cayenne for a subtle kick, this dip strikes the perfect balance of bold flavors and velvety texture. Combined with creamy ingredients like cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, and brightened with fresh parsley and a hint of lemon juice, every bite is luscious and satisfying. Best served chilled with crusty bread, crackers, or crisp vegetables, this easy-to-make dip is ready in just 25 minutes and makes enough to delight a crowd. Whether you're hosting a party or just indulging in a seafood-inspired treat, this shrimp dip is a guaranteed hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 225 grams Cream cheese (softened)
- 120 ml Sour cream
- 60 ml Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the raw shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with sweet paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Chop the cooked shrimp into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the cooked shrimp, fresh parsley, and lemon juice until evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the shrimp dip to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.3 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.0 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 935 mg | 312% | |
| Sodium | 2471 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1195 mg | 25% | |
*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.
