Delicious Homemade Shrimp Dip for Any Occasion
A creamy, zesty shrimp dip perfect for any gathering, packed with flavor and easy to prepare.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Pot
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined Cook until pink and opaque.
Dairy
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese Soften at room temperature.
- 0.5 cup Sour Cream Adds tanginess.
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise Enhances creaminess.
Condiments
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
Herbs and Spices
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Or 1 teaspoon dried.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions For garnish.
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove and place in an ice bath, then chop.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- 3. Add sour cream and mayonnaise, mixing until creamy.
- 4. Stir in lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 5. Fold in the chopped shrimp gently.
- 6. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 7. Garnish with green onions and serve with dippers.
Notes
This dip can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.