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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Frying
Method
Dip Preparation
- 1
Mix the Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Add Crab and Seasoning
Gently fold in the crab meat, chopped green onions, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the cream cheese mixture until evenly incorporated.
- 3
Chill the Dip
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Fried Saltines Preparation
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Crackers
Carefully add the saltine crackers to the hot oil in batches. Fry them for about 1-2 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
- 6
Drain and Season
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried saltines from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle lightly with salt while they are still warm.