Spicy Crab Dip With Chile-Butter Toasts
Crab dips are a fantastic addition to any party or gathering. They are easy to make and are always a crowd-pleaser. If you want a dip that is spicy and full of flavor, then you must try Spicy Crab Dip With Chile-Butter Toasts. This recipe is easy to make, and the dip is super tasty, creamy, and loaded with crab.
Ingredients
- 16 oz. fresh lump crabmeat, picked over for shells
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup finely diced celery
- 2 tbsp. minced jalapeño
- 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp. hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- Chile-butter toasts (recipe follows)
Chile-Butter Toasts
- 1 baguette, thinly sliced
- 6 tbsp. unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large garlic clove, grated or minced
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp. salt
Directions
For the Spicy Crab Dip:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, jalapeño, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Spoon the mixture into a 9-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
For the Chile-Butter Toasts:
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast until lightly golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Mix well.
- Spread the butter mixture over the toasted baguette slices.
- Serve the toasts hot with the spicy crab dip.
This Spicy Crab Dip With Chile-Butter Toasts recipe is perfect for any party or gathering. The dip is creamy, spicy, and full of flavor, and the toasts add a nice crunch to it. Serve it with your favorite chips or crackers, and your guests will be impressed. Enjoy!
