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Cold Crab Dip with Cream Cheese & Cocktail Sauce Recipe

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A creamy and tangy cold crab dip featuring lump crab meat, cream cheese, cocktail sauce, horseradish, and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for serving as an appetizer with crackers or baguette slices, this recipe combines savory seafood flavors with a zesty kick for an easy and delicious party dip.

Ingredients

Dip Ingredients

  • 8 oz cocktail sauce
  • 1 large lemon, juiced
  • 2-3 tablespoons horseradish
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, brick style
  • ½ lb lump crab meat

Serving

  • Crackers or baguette slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese: Soften the 8 oz of full-fat cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwaving in short bursts until easily mixable.
  2. Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with 8 oz of cocktail sauce. Stir until fully incorporated and smooth.
  3. Add Flavorings: Stir in 2 to 3 tablespoons of horseradish, adjusting the amount to your preferred spice level, followed by the juice of one large lemon to add brightness and acidity to the dip.
  4. Incorporate Crab Meat: Gently fold in ½ pound of lump crab meat, being careful to keep the pieces intact for texture and presentation.
  5. Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab dip for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
  6. Serve: Serve the chilled crab dip with crackers or baguette slices as an appetizer or party snack.

Notes

  • For best results, use high-quality lump crab meat to maximize flavor and texture.
  • Adjust horseradish amount depending on your spice preference.
  • Let the dip chill properly for easier spreading and enhanced taste.
  • This dip can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Serve with a variety of dippers such as celery sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips for a low-carb option.

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