Description
This Spicy Louisiana Shrimp Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer blending cooked shrimp with cream cheese, cheddar, and a kick of Cajun spices. Baked to bubbly perfection, it’s perfect for entertaining or a bold snack paired with crackers or toasted bread.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Louisiana-style)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Crackers or toasted bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F to ensure it is ready to bake the dip evenly.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, hot sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and all spices are evenly distributed.
- Fold in Shrimp and Vegetables: Gently fold in the chopped shrimp, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese so they are evenly incorporated without breaking up the shrimp too much.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the shrimp mixture to a small baking dish, spreading it out evenly for consistent cooking.
- Bake the Dip: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly and the top is beginning to turn golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a few more dashes of hot sauce.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time; just bake it right before serving.
- Shrimp can be substituted with crab or a combination of seafood for variation.
- To keep it gluten-free, serve with gluten-free crackers or vegetables instead of bread.
