Savory Crab Dip with Toasted Baguette Croutons

A rich and creamy crab dip originating from the coastal cities of the United States, perfect as an American appetizer that combines the freshness of crab, the crunch of toasted bread, and a hint of spices.

🛒 Ingredients

• 12 ounces jumbo lump crab meat
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 loaf baguette
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Step 2: Cut the baguette into 1-inch cubes and place them on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Step 3: Mix 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and a pinch of salt, then toss the baguette cubes to coat evenly.

4. 4

   Step 4: Bake the baguette cubes in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown.

5. 5

   Step 5: In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, parsley, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper.

6. 6

   Step 6: Mix the ingredients until they're well combined.

7. 7

   Step 7: Transfer the crab dip mixture to a serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley if desired.

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   Step 8: Serve the crab dip with the toasted baguette croutons.

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   Step 9: Enjoy your delicious Savory Crab Dip with Toasted Baguette Croutons!

💡 Pro Tips

Pro tip: Make sure to not overmix the crab dip to avoid breaking the lumps of crab meat. Also, toast the baguette croutons until they're golden brown to bring out their natural sweetness.

📊 Nutrition per Serving