on Aug 30, 2013, Updated Oct 05, 2023 26 Comments Quick and delicious appetizer recipes like this tasty shrimp dip are a must in my house! Whether I’m whipping up this dip or some pimento cheese for the weekend, making some salsa or buffalo wings for a tailgate or popping my spinach artichoke dip in the oven for a holiday party, I know these crowd-pleasers will be a hit. Give these appetizers a try for your next gathering and watch them disappear! This savory Shrimp Dip has been a favorite recipe in my family for many years. It’s quick and easy to make and ready in less than 15 minutes! So full of succulent shrimp, this dip is creamy, zesty, crunchy and satisfying! It tastes divine on a tortilla chip, cracker, or chunky slice of bread. I love this dip served any time of the year. And who doesn’t love a good dip?! My Buffalo Chicken Dip, Beef Enchilada Dip, or cheesy Queso are warm dips and fantastic anytime. And my family loves hummus and guacamole all the time. And for a sweet treat, my Cookie Dough Dip with some pretzels and apple slices is out of this world. Dips are welcome whatever the occasion.
How to Make Shrimp Dip
This recipe makes the best shrimp dip I’ve ever tasted, yet it’s so simple to make. It’s satisfying enough to enjoy for a heavy appetizer for lunch and always a hit at gatherings. I always get asked for the recipe. Here’s how you’ll make it.
Ingredients
To make this dip, you’ll need these ingredients.
Shrimp – cooked and prepped. You can also keep the cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp in the freezer and quickly defrost before making this. Cream Cheese – allow it to soften Green Onions – use the green onion for the flavor, crunch and color it gives to the dip. Celery – the diced celery gives a delicious crunch to this creamy dip. Garlic – minced Worcestershire Sauce Lemon Juice – gives a bright, zesty flavor to the dip. Horseradish – gives the dip a zest and a bit of a “bite” that makes it the best! Tabasco or Sriracha sauce – You can use your favorite of the two dips and add the desired amount to taste and heat preference.
Step-by-Step Instructions
To make the dip, add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix with hand mixer or large spoon. You can also add the ingredients to a stand mixer bowl and stir with the paddle attachment to combine. If cooking your shrimp right before making this dip, make sure to cool the shrimp by placing on ice. Then peel and devein. If using cooked, frozen shrimp, then safely defrost the shrimp in a bowl of ice. Once your shrimp is completely prepped, proceed with recipe instructions. Regardless, make sure your shrimp has been cooked. Once all of the ingredients are well-combined, store the shrimp dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator overnight or for several hours. This gives the best flavor by allowing the flavors in the dip to combine. Serve with crackers, chips or vegetable sticks and enjoy!
Storage Tips
To make ahead. After you complete making the shrimp dip, place airtight, lidded container and refrigerate from a few hours to overnight. To store. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped well for up to 2 days. Freezing is not recommend. Here’s my Shrimp Dip Recipe. I hope you love it as much as we do! Did your Mama make a dish that was absolutely, positively the best ever? I’m sure she did! I’d love for you to tell me about it. Enjoy!Robyn xo
