Recipes: How to Make Dungeness Crab Dip

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Dungeness crab is a seafood lover’s delight—sweet, tender, and packed with flavor. If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer for a party, game night, or just a delicious treat for yourself or your family, a creamy Dungeness crab dip is the way to go. In this post, we’ll walk you through a simple yet irresistible recipe that highlights the rich taste of this West Coast favorite. And if you need to first order your Dungeness Crab, visit our website. We sell crab meat, cooked whole crab and alive whole crab. 

Why Use Dungeness Crab?

Dungeness crab is known for its delicate texture and naturally sweet flavor, making it an ideal choice for dips. Unlike other crab varieties, it doesn’t require excessive seasoning to shine. All of our Dungness Crab is caught from the waters of the Pacific Northwest and ships fresh right to your doorstep.

Ingredients

To make a creamy, flavorful crab dip, you’ll need:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Dungeness crab meat, cooked and picked clean
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp parsley, chopped (optional)
• Crackers, toasted bread, or veggies for dipping

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
3. Add Flavor: Stir in the lemon juice, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, and black pepper.
4. Fold in the Crab: Gently mix in the Dungeness crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps too much.
5. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Bake the Dip: Transfer the mixture into a small baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and parsley on top. Serve warm with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh vegetables.

Tips for the Best Dungeness Crab Dip

• Use fresh Dungeness crab meat for the best flavor, you can order here https://shop.pacdream.com/collections/seafood
• For extra richness, add a little mayonnaise or grated Parmesan cheese.
• Make it spicy by adding a pinch of cayenne or a few dashes of hot sauce.
• Make it ahead: You can prepare the dip a day in advance and bake just before serving.

This Dungeness crab dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s both simple to make and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re hosting a seafood feast or just indulging in a snack, this creamy, cheesy dip is a must-try.

Are you a fan of crab dips? Let us know in the comments how you like to enjoy your Dungeness crab!

You can order your Dungeness Crab on our website.