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Shrimp Dip Recipe - Creamy, Savory, and Perfect for Parties

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Cooked shrimp (12–16 ounces), small or medium, peeled and deveined
  • Cream cheese (8 ounces), softened
  • Sour cream (1/2 cup) or plain Greek yogurt
  • Mayonnaise (1/3 cup)
  • Lemon (1, for zest and juice)
  • Worcestershire sauce (1–2 teaspoons)
  • Hot sauce (a few dashes, to taste)
  • Old Bay seasoning (1–2 teaspoons) or Cajun seasoning
  • Garlic (1 small clove), finely grated or minced
  • Green onions (2–3), thinly sliced
  • Fresh dill or parsley (2 tablespoons), chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional mix-ins: finely diced celery, a splash of prepared horseradish, paprika for garnish
  • For serving: crackers, pita chips, toasted baguette, cucumber rounds, or celery sticks

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp. If using larger shrimp, chop them into small, bite-size pieces. Pat them dry with paper towels so they don’t water down the dip.
  2. Soften the base. In a medium bowl, let the cream cheese sit at room temperature until very soft. This ensures a smooth, lump-free dip.
  3. Build the cream mixture. Add sour cream and mayonnaise to the cream cheese. Beat or whisk until silky and well combined.
  4. Season boldly. Stir in Worcestershire, hot sauce, Old Bay, garlic, lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Mix until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
  5. Fold in the aromatics. Add green onions and dill or parsley. Fold gently so the herbs stay bright and fresh.
  6. Add the shrimp. Fold the chopped shrimp into the mixture. Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, more lemon, or more Old Bay if needed.
  7. Chill to set. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes. Chilling helps the flavors meld and thickens the texture.
  8. Finish and serve. Give the dip a quick stir. If it feels too thick, loosen with a spoonful of sour cream. Garnish with extra dill, a pinch of paprika, or a sprinkle of green onions. Serve cold with your favorite dippers.