Best 8 Shrimp Or Crab Dip Spread Recipes

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Shrimp or crab dip spread can be the ultimate appetizer for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together, a holiday party, or a special event. With the combination of succulent seafood, creamy texture, and aromatic herbs, this dip transports you to a world of flavors. It's not just a mere spread; it's an experience that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you craving more. Whether you prefer the delicate sweetness of shrimp or the bold, briny notes of crab, you'll find the perfect recipe to whip up this delectable dip in no time. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we present you with a collection of shrimp or crab dip spread recipes that are sure to delight your palate and make you the star of your next gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND CRAB DIP



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This Shrimp and Crab Dip recipe is an easy to whip up and can be served hot or cold. Loaded with sweet and plump shrimp and crab, this crab dip will soon be a family favorite.

Provided by Laura Bashar | Family Spice

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz lump crab and cooked shrimp, chopped
5 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 TBS chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to blend together cream cheese, mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
  • Mix in celery, green onions, dill, lemon juice and remaining spices until thoroughly combined.
  • Fold in shrimp and crab.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. The longer it sits, the better the flavor.
  • If you want to serve this dip warm, place contents in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350ºF until bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 100 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 17 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize approximately 1/4 cup, Sodium 642 grams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

SHRIMP OR CRAB DIP / SPREAD



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Ok, this is really, really easy. I love this dip. It tastes good and is so quick to throw together for guests that drop in unannounced.

Provided by morelhunter

Categories     Crab

Time 5m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
2 cans shrimp or 2 cans crabmeat, picked over
1 bottle seafood sauce
1 teaspoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese until soft and whipped.
  • Spread out on plate, top with crab and or shrimp, top that with sauce.
  • Sprinkle parsley on top for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.2, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 24.9, Sodium 67.2, Carbohydrate 0.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.7

CRAB AND SHRIMP DIP



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces chive and onion cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons white wine
1 cup cooked chopped imitation crabmeat
1 cup cooked chopped shrimp
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
1 loaf sourdough round bread or baguette, cut into 16 slices
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Mix on medium speed using a hand mixer until blended. Fold in the crab and shrimp. Transfer to a shallow 2-cup baking dish. Top with Parmesan. Bake for 20 minutes or until top is lightly brown.
  • To make the toasted bread slices, place bread slices on a baking sheet. Brush with olive oil on both sides. Bake in oven for 8 minutes while dip is also baking. Serve crab and shrimp dip with toasted bread slices.

CRAB 'N SHRIMP DIP



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I always have this for a filler with company around the holidays, fun to serve with holiday shaped crackers that are available.

Provided by Cindy Carnes

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Shrimp Dip Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 green onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
1 (4.5 ounce) can small shrimp, drained

Steps:

  • Blend together the cream cheese and mayonnaise. Add the green onion, crab and shrimp. Place in a covered container and chill overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BEST EVER SHRIMP AND CRAB DIP



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This easy, but awesome, dip will get you rave reviews and requests for more every time you serve it. It's best if made without substituting ingredients, so please try it first as written (no low fat/no fat ingredients). Any changes will alter the delicious end result.

Provided by Irish Gourmet

Categories     Spreads

Time 6h10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup Miracle Whip
prepared horseradish or Worcestershire sauce
milk
2 (4 1/2 ounce) cans shrimp (or equivalent in fresh or frozen)
2 (4 1/2 ounce) cans crab (or equivalent in fresh or frozen)
1/4 cup fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Mix softened cream cheese with mayonnaise and Miracle Whip. Add salt, pepper, garlic salt/garlic, horseradish and Worcestershire to taste.
  • Add small amount of milk to make creamy smooth.
  • Add shrimp and crab, stirring in carefully.
  • Chill for several hours; bring to room temperature before serving on assorted crackers.
  • A light sprinkling of fresh chopped parsley on top adds to the presentation.
  • Cooking time is chilling time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 771.3, Fat 59.2, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 272.5, Sodium 1921.2, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 12.6, Protein 31.9

SHRIMP SURPRISE SPREAD



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This is the best appetizer I have ever tried! It is just perfect for family get togethers - everyone loves it!

Provided by JUST_DEE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Shrimp Dip Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
4 (4 ounce) cans small shrimp, drained
1 ½ cups seafood cocktail sauce
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 green onions, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tomato, diced
2 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until well-blended. Spread into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Scatter the shrimp generously over the top of the mixture.
  • In another bowl, stir together the cocktail sauce, green pepper, green onions, garlic, and tomato.
  • Working in layers, spread a portion of the cocktail sauce mixture over the shrimp. Sprinkle with a portion of mozzarella cheese. Repeat process until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of mozzarella cheese on top. Serve with assorted crackers for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 106.1 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1063.9 mg, Sugar 8 g

CRAB SPREAD



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My family has fond memories of traveling to my parents' house for Christmas dinner. After a 12-hour drive, we'd be welcomed in the door with this special seafood spread. -Barbara Biddle, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
Paprika
Assorted crackers or vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. To serve chilled, cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with paprika., To serve warm, spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until heated through. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CREAMY SHRIMP SPREAD



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A former co-worker shared this recipe with me. It's easy to make but so delicious-people keep coming back for more! The spread is also good served on crackers or fresh vegetables, and it can be served for any type of party, casual or fancy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
Dash garlic salt
1 can (4 ounces) tiny shrimp, rinsed and drained
French bread baguette, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, ketchup, mayonnaise, onion, mustard and garlic salt. Stir in the shrimp. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh seafood. Fresh shrimp or crab will give your dip the best flavor. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood that has been thawed is a good substitute.
  • Don't overcook the seafood. Overcooked seafood will be tough and chewy. Cook it just until it is opaque and pink.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The type of cheese you use will greatly affect the flavor of your dip. Use a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or cream cheese.
  • Season your dip to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or white wine for extra flavor.
  • Serve your dip warm. Shrimp or crab dip is best served warm. You can reheat it in the oven or microwave before serving.

Conclusion:

Shrimp or crab dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it cheesy, spicy, or garlicky, there is a shrimp or crab dip recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy appetizer, give shrimp or crab dip a try.

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