April 4, 2024

Crawfish Dip

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Crawfish Dip! Extremely easy and Very Cheesy. This dip is so easy to make and the folks that have tried love it.

Now like I said in the beginning, you can substitute Shrimp if you don’t care for Crawfish. That will work just fine.

Dips are the unsung heroes of any gathering or party, bringing people together over shared flavors and conversation. This savory concoction, with its rich flavors and Louisiana flair, is guaranteed to elevate any snacking experience.

In the world of dips, crawfish dip stands out as a true delight, offering a taste of Louisiana’s vibrant culinary heritage in every bite. Whether enjoyed at a backyard barbecue or a festive gathering with friends, this savory concoction is sure to leave a lasting impression. So why not add a dash of Southern charm to your next snacking adventure with a bowl of homemade crawfish dip? Your taste buds will thank you.

I surely hope you give this recipe a try soon and please let me know what you think in the comments.

Crawfish Dip or Shrimp Dip

This dip is so easy to make and the folks that have tried love it. Now like I said in the beginning, you can substitute Shrimp if you don’t care for Crawfish. That will work just fine.

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Hands-On 15

Total Time 1

Course Appetizer, brunch, Side

Cuisine Cajun

Ingredients

3 Tbsp. salted butter
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 small yellow onion diced (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup diced celery
3 garlic cloves chopped
1 jalapeño chile diced
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 lb. frozen peeled crawfish tails thawed according to package directions or 1 lb of fresh shrimp(it will take 2 lbs with heads on to get 1 lb of shrimp meat)
2 – 8 oz. Packages of cream cheese softened
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese about 4oz.I use Tillamook sharp white cheddar
1- pound of Velveeta Cheese
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 Tbsp. Creole mustard
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp. hot sauce
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 cup green onion chopped
Crackers toasted baguette slices

Instructions

Cook bell pepper, onion, celery jalapeno, and seasonings:  Melt butter in a large sauté pan or skillet over medium. Add bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic, jalapeño, salt, and black pepper, and cook 6 minutes. Add paprika and cayenne pepper, and cook 1 more minute.
Add ingredients to slow cooker:  Place crawfish, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, Velveeta and cream in a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in bell pepper mixture, Creole mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
Cook dip:  Cover and cook on HIGH 45 minutes. Reduce heat to WARM. Stir in lemon juice, parsley and green onion; serve with crackers or toasted baguette slices.