Crab Rangoon Dip Recipe
Introduction
This Crab Rangoon Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer that combines tender crab meat with savory flavors. It’s perfect for parties or casual gatherings, served warm with crispy wonton chips or crackers.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz lump crab meat (drained and picked over for shells)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Wonton chips or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Step 3: Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese, lump crab meat, and thinly sliced green onions gently to evenly distribute without breaking up the crab meat too much.
- Step 4: Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Step 5: Spoon the crab mixture into a small baking dish and spread it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Step 6: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly, with the edges turning a light golden color.
- Step 7: Remove from oven, sprinkle additional chopped green onions over the top for freshness and color. Serve immediately warm alongside wonton chips or crackers for dipping.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh lump crab meat for the best flavor, but canned crab can be substituted in a pinch.
- Add a dash of hot sauce to the mixture if you prefer a spicy kick.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional mozzarella on top before baking.
- Try serving with pita chips or toasted baguette slices as an alternative to wonton chips.
Storage
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through, stirring occasionally to maintain creaminess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make Crab Rangoon Dip ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dip mixture a few hours in advance and refrigerate it until ready to bake. Just add the green onions just before baking for freshness.
What can I use if I don’t have wonton chips?
Wonton chips are traditional, but you can also serve this dip with crackers, pita chips, tortilla chips, or sliced vegetables like cucumber or bell peppers.
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Crab Rangoon Dip Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
This Crab Rangoon Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. Combining cream cheese, sour cream, and mayo with succulent lump crab meat, mozzarella, and a blend of seasonings, this dip is baked until bubbly and golden. Served warm with wonton chips or crackers, it’s an irresistible seafood treat that captures the beloved flavors of classic Crab Rangoon in a shareable form.
Ingredients
Dip Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Cheese and Crab
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz lump crab meat (drained and picked over for shells)
Vegetables & Garnish
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Serving
- Wonton chips or crackers
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Creamy Base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add Cheese and Crab: Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese, lump crab meat, and thinly sliced green onions gently to evenly distribute without breaking up the crab meat too much.
- Season: Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the crab mixture into a small baking dish and spread it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly, with the edges turning a light golden color.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle additional chopped green onions over the top for freshness and color. Serve immediately warm alongside wonton chips or crackers for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure crab meat is picked over carefully to remove any shells for a pleasant eating experience.
- For spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the creamy base.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
- Use fresh green onions for best flavor and garnish appearance.
- Wonton chips lend an authentic crunch, but crackers or toasted baguette slices work well too.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crab Rangoon Dip, Crab Dip, Seafood Appetizer, Baked Crab Dip, Party Dip, Creamy Crab Spread, Wonton Chips
