Best 7 Easy Curry Crab Dip Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Easy curry crab dip is a delicious and versatile dish that combines the flavors of crab, curry powder, and cream cheese. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick and easy snack. This flavorful dip can be served with a variety of accompaniments, from crackers to vegetables, and is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED CRAB DIP



Baked Crab Dip image

We enjoyed this exquisite crab dip at my grandson's wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You can even fill the bread bowl early in the day and chill it until serving. Just remove it from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. -Marie Shelley, Exeter, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups sour cream
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 2 cups flaked imitation crabmeat
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 round loaves (1 pound each) unsliced sourdough or Italian bread
Additional sliced green onions, optional
Assorted fresh vegetables, crackers and/or toasted bread cubes

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream; mix well. Fold in crab, cheese and onions. Cut the top third off each loaf of bread; carefully hollow out bottoms, leaving 1-in. shells. Cube removed bread and tops; set aside. Spoon crab mixture into bread bowls. Place on baking sheets. Place reserved bread cubes in a single layer around bread bowls. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until the dip is heated through, 45-50 minutes. Garnish with green onions if desired. Serve with assorted fresh vegetables, crackers or toasted bread cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CURRIED CRAB DIP



Curried Crab Dip image

You can put together this modern version of this classic appetizer in minutes.

Provided by Tara Teaspoon

Categories     Appetizer

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lump crabmeat (shells and cartilage picked out)
6 tbsp mayonnaise
1½ tsp curry powder
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
3 tbsp sliced scallions (white and green parts)
Granny Smith apple (sliced)
Crackers
Cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the crabmeat, mayonnaise, curry powder, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt and 2 tbsp scallions. Stir gently to combine.
  • Transfer dip to a bowl and arrange on a platter surrounded by apple slices, crackers and tomatoes. Top with 1 tbsp scallions. Serve immediately or chill, covered, until read to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CURRIED CRAB DIP



Curried Crab Dip image

With curry powder and currants, this isn't your run-of-the-mill crab and cheese dip. Serve hot or warm with water crackers, Melba toast, etc.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Crab

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
½ cup dried currants
½ cup boiling water, or as needed
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup coconut milk
⅓ cup minced green onions
⅓ cup minced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish with nonstick spray.
  • Place currants in a bowl. Add boiling water until just barely covered. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Drain currants, and reserve the liquid.
  • Combine cream cheese, coconut milk, green onions, bell pepper, curry powder, and mayonnaise; beat until smooth and creamy. Mix in crabmeat, currants, and reserved liquid. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 75.6 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 252.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CLASSIC HOT CRAB DIP FOR A CROWD RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Hot Crab Dip For A Crowd Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, yellow onion, garlic, kosher salt, jumbo lump crabmeat, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, old bay seasoning, lemon juice, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh chives, carrot stick, celery stick, cracker, crostini

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 lb jumbo lump crabmeat
6 oz cream cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 teaspoons old bay seasoning, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons fresh chives, thinly sliced, for garnish
carrot stick, for serving
celery stick, for serving
cracker, for serving
crostini, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325˚F (160˚C).
  • Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium-low heat. Add the onion, garlic, and salt. Cook for 12-15 minutes, until the onions are caramelized. Remove from heat and transfer to a small bowl to cool completely.
  • Using a fine-mesh strainer, drain crab meat over a bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire, hot sauce, Old Bay, and lemon juice. Using an electric mixer, beat together until well combined. With a flexible spatula, fold in the onion mixture, ¾ cup (75 grams) cheddar cheese, and the crab meat.
  • Transfer the dip to a 1-quart baking dish. Top evenly with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the mixture is just beginning to bubble around the edges and the cheese is melted.
  • Heat the broiler to low. Broil dip for 3 minutes, until the whole surface is bubbling and browned. Remove the dip from the oven. Let cool for at least 15 minutes, until set.
  • Garnish the dip with Old Bay and chives. Serve with carrot sticks, celery sticks, crackers, and crostini.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 3 grams

HOT CURRIED CRAB DIP



Hot Curried Crab Dip image

Make and share this Hot Curried Crab Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chefiebig

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces cream cheese
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon mild curry powder
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 medium onion, chopped fine

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.
  • Heat over medium low heat, stirring, until hot and bubbling.
  • Transfer to a small serving bowl.
  • Serve with a variety of dippers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.2, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 40.1, Sodium 262.4, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 6.2

CRAZY EASY CRAB DIP



Crazy Easy Crab Dip image

An easy way to make a quick and delicious crab dip, perfect appetizer for a holiday party, or game day!!

Provided by kellyannmcguire

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 17m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese (can also use low-fat or tofu cream-cheese for a )
6 ounces canned fancy lump crab (drain and reserve liquid)
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon paprika
hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Microwave cream cheese 2 min until soft. Stir in crab, onions, lemon juice, 2 Tbsp of crab liquid, and hot pepper sauce to taste.
  • Microwave until piping hot. Serve warm with crackers.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.1, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 58.3, Sodium 200.3, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 7.9

CURRIED CRAB SPREAD



Curried Crab Spread image

At holiday time, I always have cream cheese and crabmeat on hand. In case of drop-ins, I just mix up an easy spread by adding mango chutney and spices. -Jennifer Phillips, Goffstown, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce, optional
1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup mango chutney
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or chives
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, lemon zest, curry powder, salt and, if desired, chili sauce; gently fold in crab. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer bread crumbs to a shallow bowl., Unwrap disk and press all sides into bread crumbs; place on a serving plate. Spoon chutney over top; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • If you don't have any curry powder on hand, you can substitute a mixture of ground cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
  • To make the dip ahead of time, simply prepare it according to the recipe and then store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, just reheat it in the microwave or oven.
  • Serve the dip with a variety of dipping options, such as crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Curry crab dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, flavorful spices, and tender crab meat, this dip is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give this curry crab dip a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics