Introduction
Maryland Hot Crab Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer that brings the tastes of the Chesapeake Bay to your table.
It incorporates the area’s most renowned seafood: sweet, delicate crab flesh. This dip is the ideal combination of creamy cream cheese, mayonnaise, and crab, finished with a dash of Old Bay spice, making it an appealing option for parties, gatherings, or even a nice night in. Enjoy it with crackers, bread, or veggies; it’s flavorful, quick to make, and versatile.
How It Arose and Its Cultural Importance
Maryland is famous for its blue crabs, which is where this delicacy is made. Crabs like these have been a staple in the Chesapeake Bay diet for generations, and the area’s chefs have created delicious dishes using them. Across the state and beyond, Maryland crab dishes—from crab cakes to crab soups—are adored.A crab dip from Maryland
At holiday parties, seafood festivals, and family get-togethers, hot crab dip is a common appetizer that highlights the subtle flavor of fresh crab.
How Many of Each Ingredient
8 ounces of softened cream cheese
a half cup of mayonnaise
half a cup of sour cream
1/4 cup of Dijon mustard
tbsp of Worcestershire sauce
(or to taste) half a teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
*Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon
a spoonful of fruit juice
1/2 cup of finely grated Parmesan
1 cup lump crab flesh (fresh or canned, drained and flaked)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for topping)
Optional Additions