Mike's Shrimp Dip
A rich and creamy shrimp dip made with cream cheese, green onions, and fresh herbs. Perfect for entertaining with a smooth, luxurious texture.
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- food processor
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- food processor
Instructions
- 1
Cream the cheese
In a food processor, cream the cream cheese until smooth.
- 2
Add aromatics
Add the five cleaned green onions with stems and garlic if using.
- 3
Add shrimp
Add shrimp to the food processor.
- 4
Add citrus
Add the lemon zest and/or juice.
- 5
Add herbs and seasonings
Add chopped parsley and seasonings to taste.
- 6
Process
Puree everything until smooth.
- 7
Add texture
For texture, stir in bits of succulent grilled shrimp and some capers.
Cook's Notes
Bronwyn Maris used 1 cup sour cream on this dip, but I think it may make it too liquid. I did try to jazz it up with ground parmesan cheese once -- mistake. It ruined the smooth texture of the dip. Adding sour cream to this mix will gradually liquify it if you prefer a less 'stiff' dip. For more complex flavor, substitute or add Piri Piri shrimp. Alternative version: use 2 Tbsp yellow mustard, 2 tsp EVOO, large dollop of sour cream, salt and pepper to taste, lemon zest/juice, grated celery, and canned shrimp.
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