Best 4 Blue Crab Dip Like Joes Crab Shack Copycat Recipes

Are you craving the delectable blue crab dip served at the renowned Joe's Crab Shack, but can't make it to their establishment? Look no further, for this article is your guide to preparing an authentic copycat recipe of this tantalizing seafood indulgence. With a few simple steps and accessible ingredients, you can replicate the restaurant's signature dish in the comfort of your kitchen. Embark on this culinary journey and relish the flavors of this creamy, succulent dip, perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together, a family celebration, or a sophisticated dinner party.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

JOES CRAB SHACK CRAB DIP

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Love Joes Crab Shack Crab Dip? Make it at home.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories Appetizer

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
4 teaspoons yellow onion (chopped)
1 tablespoon butter (softened)
4 teaspoons green bell pepper (finely diced)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
6 ounces crab lump meat
1 tablespoon green onion (sliced)
1 teaspoon parsley (chopped)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and butter until smooth. Blend in seasoned salt and paprika.
Stir in yellow onions, crab meat, green pepper, and mozzarella cheese. Place in a lightly greased small shallow baking dish and place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees until mixture bubbles, about 10 - 14 minutes.
Serve dip with unsalted or very lightly salted corn chips. This appetizer will serve two to three or makes a great light lunch with a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 865 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JOE'S CRAB SHACK BLUE CRAB DIP RECIPE

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Make our Joe's Crab Shack Blue Crab Dip Recipe at home. This easy-to-make dip is perfect for any party.

Provided by Mark

Categories Appetizer Dip Party Recipe

Time 23m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

5 ounces canned Crab Meat (drained and picked over)
2 teaspoons diced Onion
2 dashes Tabasco Sauce or other Hot Sauce, of choice
8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)
2 teaspoons diced Red Pepper
2 teaspoons diced Green Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons White Wine
2 teaspoons diced Tomato
1 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese
2 teaspoons chopped Scallion
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese (to top)
Paprika (to taste, to top)

Steps:

In a small mixing bowl add all ingredients, except 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese and paprika. Mix well.
Spoon mixture into a small, over-safe casserole-style serving dish.
Place dish in microwave and cook on medium power for about 4 minutes, until cheese has melted and just starts to bubble.
Carefully remove from microwave (the dish will be very hot!) and immediately sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
Turn oven on high broil.
Place dish into oven and broil just until the cheese on top melts to your liking. Watch closely and do not burn.
Carefully remove from oven. Sprinkle with paprika.
Serve hot (Be sure to warn your guests!) with chips, pitas, toast points and/or other "dippers" of choice.

BLUE CRAB DIP -- LIKE JOE'S CRAB SHACK (COPYCAT)

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Picked up from http://recipes.robbiehaf.com/ where there are a lot of good copycat recipes. I make this for parties a lot and it always is a hit.

Provided by Chelley-Chelle

Categories Crab

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 ounces lump crabmeat, drained
3 green onions, root ends trimmed, dark green ends trimmed, minced
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream or 3 tablespoons evaporated milk
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons red bell peppers or 1 1/2 tablespoons green bell peppers, diced
2 teaspoons dry white wine
2 teaspoons shrimp soup base (see Notes, below) or 2 teaspoons chicken soup base (see Notes, below)
2 teaspoons diced tomatoes or 2 teaspoons drained salsa
1/2 teaspoon crab boil seasoning (Old Bay)

Steps:

Fold together all ingredients, except 1 Tbls. Parmesan.
Spread evenly into an oven-proof baking dish.
Microwave on 50% power for 4 minutes.
Sprinkle top with Parmesan.
Transfer dish to the oven and broil until top is slightly browned.
Notes: Serve with tri-colored corn tortilla chips. Shrimp base is a thick, paste-like bouillon that can be found in the supermarket next to the bouillon and granules. If you can't find it, use chicken soup base OR 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.8, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 113.4, Sodium 398, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 15.7

BLUE CRAB DIP LIKE JOE'S CRAB SHACK

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Make and share this Blue Crab Dip Like Joe's Crab Shack recipe from Food.com.

Provided by startnover

Categories Crab

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon apple juice or 1 tablespoon white wine
2 tablespoons diced red bell peppers
1 tablespoon diced roma tomato
2 tablespoons diced green onions
1/2-1 teaspoon liquid crab boil seasoning
2 dashes ground mustard
2 dashes hot sauce
6 ounces lump crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon fresh grated parmesan cheese (to garnish)

Steps:

Fold all ingredients together except 1 T Parmesan cheese.
spread evenly into oven proof baking dish.
Microwave for 2 minutes.
Transfer to oven and broil till top is slightly browned.
Garnish with Parmesan and serve with Tortilla chips or toasted sourdough baguettes.
For a little more zing we add extra (about another 1 t) crab boil, be careful--it can add quite a kick!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 103.2, Sodium 403.5, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 14.5

Tips:

Use fresh blue crab meat. This will give your dip the best flavor and texture.
Don't overcook the crab meat. Crab meat is delicate and can easily become tough if it's overcooked. Cook it just until it's heated through.
Use a good quality cream cheese. This will make your dip smooth and creamy.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add other seafood, vegetables, or spices to your dip to create a unique flavor.
Serve your dip warm. This will help the flavors to meld together and create a delicious and satisfying snack or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Blue crab dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a party or just enjoying it with your family, this dip is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give blue crab dip a try!