Description
Creamy Mediterranean Shrimp Dip brings coastal flavors straight to your table, blending zesty herbs with succulent seafood. Guests will savor each spoonful of this irresistible appetizer that promises to elevate any gathering with its rich, tantalizing profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup small cooked shrimp (chopped, canned, frozen & thawed, or fresh)
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or to taste)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsps finely chopped celery (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cream Cheese Preparation: Whip cream cheese in a medium bowl until velvety and lump-free, creating a smooth foundation for the dip.
- Seasoning Fusion: Incorporate sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and Old Bay seasoning, blending thoroughly to develop a rich, tangy flavor profile.
- Texture Enhancement: Gently fold chopped shrimp, green onions, and celery into the creamy mixture, distributing ingredients evenly for balanced taste and texture.
- Final Seasoning: Adjust salt and pepper to elevate the overall flavor, tasting and refining the dip’s seasoning.
- Chilling and Serving: Seal the dip and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to allow flavors to meld, then serve chilled alongside crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable crudités for a delectable appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing.
- Adjust Old Bay seasoning and lemon juice to enhance shrimp’s natural taste without overpowering.
- Finely chop shrimp and vegetables for a uniform, creamy dip texture that spreads easily.
- Prepare dip a day in advance to allow flavors to meld and develop deeper, richer taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg