Creamy and Flavorful Shrimp Dip

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Creamy and Flavorful Shrimp Dip
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 07, 2024

This creamy and flavorful shrimp dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is perfect for entertaining. With a combination of fresh shrimp, cream cheese, sour cream, and flavorful seasonings, this dip is sure to impress your guests. It's easy to make and can be served with crackers, vegetables, or crusty bread. Make this delicious shrimp dip for your next party or gathering and watch it disappear in no time!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, red bell pepper, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  3. Chop the cooked shrimp into bite-sized pieces and add them to the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Stir gently to incorporate the shrimp into the dip.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. Before serving, give the dip a quick stir and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Transfer the shrimp dip to a serving dish and garnish with additional diced green onions and red bell pepper, if desired.
  8. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or sliced baguette.

Interesting Facts

  • Shrimp dip can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated overnight for even more flavor.
  • This dip is also great as a sandwich spread or filling for wraps and tortillas.