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Shrimp and Crab Dip Recipe π€π¦
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1/2 cup green onion tops
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb lump crabmeat
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 181.2
- Fat: 14.2g
- Saturated Fat: 7.9g
- Cholesterol: 82.4mg
- Sodium: 801.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.7g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 9.8g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Finely chop the parsley and green onion tops.
- Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done.
- Drain any excess liquid from the lump crabmeat.
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SautΓ© Aromatics:
- In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and parsley to the melted butter.
- SautΓ© the vegetables until they are soft and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
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Cooking the Dip:
- Once the vegetables are sautΓ©ed, add in the lump crabmeat and peeled shrimp.
- Season with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
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Simmer:
- Heat the mixture until it begins to boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the dip simmer gently for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the seafood to cook through.
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Serving:
- Once the dip is ready, transfer it to a serving dish.
- Serve warm with your favorite chips or crusty bread for dipping.
This Shrimp and Crab Dip is a delicious and creamy seafood appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering or party. With its savory flavors and tender chunks of shrimp and crab, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy this decadent dip with friends and family as you savor each flavorful bite.
