This is a skinnier version of classic Maryland crab dip. We tend to use crab dip as a condiment in Maryland, we put it on anything! Try using veggies instead of bread to dip to keep the calories down. This is a great way to use up those loose crab claws!
Updated on January 3, 2022
Ingredients
1(8 ounce) packageNeufchatel cheese, softened
3tablespoonslow-fat milk
1tablespoonlight mayonnaise
2slicesonion, minced
½stalkcelery, finely chopped
1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce
1teaspoonyellow mustard
1teaspoonseafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®), or to taste
½cupshredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1pinchseafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
8ouncescooked crab claw meat, drained
2sprigsfresh cilantro
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Place Neufchatel cheese in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Heat until cheese softens to a creamy consistency, 2 to 3 minutes. Add milk and mayonnaise, reduce heat to low, and stir until blended. Add onion, celery, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and seafood seasoning; stir frequently until onion has softened slightly, 5 to 6 minutes.
Transfer cheese sauce into a ceramic or glass baking dish. Mix in all but a small handful of mozzarella cheese. Carefully fold crabmeat into the dip, making sure it’s evenly distributed. Top with remaining mozzarella and sprinkle with additional seafood seasoning.
Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.
Cook’s Note:
When using canned crabmeat, I rinse it through a fine metal strainer and splash lemon juice on the meat to cut any fishy taste. If using already steamed and seasoned crabmeat, use a lighter hand on the Old Bay(R). I also like to sprinkle breadcrumbs on top occasionally.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
134
Calories
10g
Fat
2g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 134
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
10g
12%
Saturated Fat
5g
26%
Cholesterol
42mg
14%
Sodium
402mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate
2g
1%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Total Sugars
1g
Protein
10g
Vitamin C
2mg
11%
Calcium
94mg
7%
Iron
1mg
4%
Potassium
112mg
2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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