Description
This Louisiana Shrimp Dip is bold, creamy, and packed with Cajun flavors. Juicy shrimp are mixed into a rich, cheesy dip with just the right amount of heat. It’s the ultimate appetizer for game day, parties, or any gathering!
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
For the Dip:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (like Louisiana Hot Sauce)
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped shrimp, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Fold in the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and cooked shrimp (reserving a few shrimp for garnish). Mix well.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the dip mixture to a greased 8×8-inch baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
Top with reserved shrimp, green onions, and parsley. Serve warm with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- Make it spicier by adding extra cayenne or more hot sauce.
- Use crawfish or crab instead of shrimp for a seafood twist.
- For a smoky flavor, add a few dashes of liquid smoke.
- Make it ahead! Assemble the dip and refrigerate until ready to bake
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280 per serving