Cheesy Crab Dip: A Warm And Comforting Accompaniment To Chips

By Devi Poojari

November 2, 2023

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Ideal for cold winter evenings when you’re craving something warm and comforting, this delicious baked crab dip loaded with cheese and aromatics is the ultimate sharing snack. Big on flavour when paired with a packet of potato chips or nachos, this dip is sure to make your snacking experience a delicious one.

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INGREDIENTS

250 grams crab meat, deshelled ¼ cup cream cheese ¼ cup sour cream 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 fresh red chilli, finely chopped 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons grated cheese 1 teaspoon soy sauce ¼ cup spring onions, chopped Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon sriracha Salt and pepper, to taste

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STEP 1

Combine the cream cheese, sour cream and three quarters cup of cheddar cheese in a bowl.

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STEP 2

Add the spring onions, garlic, red chilli, hot sauce, soy sauce, onion and garlic powders and mix well to combine.

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STEP 3

Add the lemon juice, followed by the crab meat and fold into the cream cheese mixture.

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STEP 4

Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a baking dish before sprinkling the remaining cheese on top.

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STEP 5

Bake in an oven for 20 minutes at 175°C, or until the top is golden and bubbling. Serve hot.

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