Hot Crab and Corn Dip
If you love crab cakes, this creamy, hot crab dip with corn is baked in a light cream sauce that uses Greek yogurt and light mayo. It’s rich and flavorful but healthier than most other recipes. Plus, it’s easy to make and sure to be a hit at your next summer party. More crab recipes to try are these Baked Crab and Corn Cakes, Grilled Crab Legs, and this Hot and Cheesy Crab and Artichoke Dip.
How to Make Hot Crab Dip
Here’s how to make this simple hot crab dip. Scroll to the bottom to see the complete instructions.
Make Ahead: You can sauté the veggies and combine all the dip ingredients but wait to bake the crab dip until right before serving. Corn adds sweetness but also makes more for less: crab is expensive, so I love how the corn stretches this dish for more servings, saving you money. Creamy but Light: One serving has under 125 calories, making it healthier than most versions yet just as delicious.
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Aromatics: Finely chop scallions and bell pepper. You can use any color bell pepper. Corn: If you’re making this hot crab dip during the summer, use fresh corn. Place an ear of corn in a large, shallow bowl and cut off the kernels. If corn isn’t in season, use thawed, frozen corn (canned corn will be too wet). Seasoning: Kosher salt and Old Bay (a spice blend with celery salt, black and red pepper, and paprika). If you don’t have it but have the individual spices, you can make your own mix or substitute seasoning salt or Cajun seasoning. Crab: This easy crab dip recipe uses canned lump or claw crab meat. It’s a huge timesaver compared to fresh crab since it’s a lot of work to get the meat out. Creamy Ingredients: This hot crab dip without cream cheese uses light mayonnaise and nonfat Greek yogurt to lighten it up. Lemon Juice for brightness Breadcrumbs: Top the crab dip with crushed butter crackers, panko, or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
What is best served with hot crab dip?
When I serve this hot crab dip with corn and mayo at parties, I create a crudite platter with colorful veggies, like carrots, cucumbers, and celery sticks, with a few different crackers. It’s also great with pita, tortilla, and lentil chips. And if you need more appetizers to pair with the dip, try Oysters Rockefeller, Deviled Eggs, and Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil.
How long does crab dip last in the refrigerator?
Crab dip lasts 3 days in the fridge and can be reheated in the microwave or oven. It can also be eaten cold.
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