Description
Minnesota Crab Louie is a creamy and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the sea to your table without any seafood fuss. This delightful recipe features imitation crab meat and shrimp, complemented by a zesty kick from chili garlic sauce. With its rich texture and vibrant flavors, this dressing is perfect for summer barbecues, holiday gatherings, or as a quick snack at home. Whether served as a dip with fresh veggies, a topping on salads, or spread on sandwiches, Minnesota Crab Louie is sure to impress your guests and family alike. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for those looking for a versatile and delicious addition to their meal repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups imitation crabmeat chunks
- 16 ounces frozen cooked shrimp (thawed and chopped)
- ½ cup celery (diced)
- ¼ cup green onions (minced)
- ¼ cup green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup chili garlic sauce
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: thaw and chop shrimp; dice celery; mince green onions; chop green bell pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, heavy whipping cream, lemon juice, and chili garlic sauce. Whisk until smooth.
- Carefully fold in imitation crab meat, shrimp, celery, green onions, and green bell pepper until evenly coated.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a dip with crackers or fresh vegetables, or use it as a topping for salads or sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 50mg