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Imitation Crab Dip

Cultural Context

Imitation crab dip is a popular American appetizer, often served at parties and gatherings. It combines the flavors of seafood with creamy ingredients for a rich and satisfying dip. This dish reflects the creativity of home cooks who sought to make seafood accessible and affordable, especially in regions far from the coast. Today, variations abound, with some recipes incorporating different spices or additional ingredients like bell peppers or hot sauce to enhance the flavor.

AmericanUSappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
8 ounces cream cheese
mayonnaise
green onions
imitation crab meat
onion powder
garlic powder
black pepper
mozzarella cheese

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sour cream

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: Greek yogurt

Plain yogurt provides similar tanginess with fewer calories

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: Greek yogurt

Avocado adds creaminess with healthy fats

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor

1

Chop the ends off the green onions and thinly slice them.

2

Use a knife to chop imitation crab meat into rough pieces, removing any plastic wrap first.

3

In a mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese and mayonnaise; mix until combined.

4

Add sliced green onions, imitation crab meat, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper to the bowl; mix well.

5

Spoon the mixture into small dishes, smoothing the top.

6

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top of each dish to cover.

7

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

8

Bake the dip for 15-20 minutes until heated through, then broil for a couple of minutes to get a bubbly top.

9

Remove from the oven and serve with tortilla chips.

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Crab DipSeafood Dip

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