Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRiver HouseLocal Blue Crab Dip Recipe

Local Blue Crab Dip Recipe

Inspired by River House
Time45m
Serves4

Blue crab folded into a parmesan cream, crusted with bread crumbs, topped with green onion, and served with house made flour tortilla chips

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Ingredients

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Dip Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dip

    In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add Crab and Seasonings

    Gently fold in the fresh blue crab meat, minced garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until fully incorporated.

  3. 3

    Transfer and Top

    Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the top with bread crumbs and chopped green onions.

  4. 4

    Bake

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the dip for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Let the dip cool slightly before serving with house-made flour tortilla chips.

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