Cajun Shrimp Dip
Whisk your dinner party down to the bayou with this hot, smoky, irresistible Cajun shrimp dip. To brighten up the flavors, squeeze on a little lemon juice right before serving.
20 min
Prep Time45 min
Cook TimeBeginner
Difficulty286
LikesInstructions
- Step 1: Preheat recteq to 400°F with a cast iron skillet.
- Step 2: Add the bacon and allow to render and become crispy for about 5-6 minutes.
- Step 3: Add the garlic, jalapeño, red onion, bell pepper, Ray's Loco Gringo, and Cajun seasoning. Allow the vegetables to saute for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Step 4: Add the chopped shrimp and cook just until opaque (about 5 minutes). Mix in the softened cream cheese, pepper jack (reserving 1/2 cup for topping), and sour cream.
- Step 5: Top with the remaining shredded pepper jack cheese and green onions. Bake in the cast iron skillet about 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the mixture is hot and bubbly.
Serving Size
Ingredients
Dip
- 1 pound(s) Shrimp, peeled & chopped
- 1 tablespoon(s) Ray's Loco Gringo Rub
- 2 tablespoon(s) Cajun Seasoning
- 6 ounce(s) Bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoon(s) Garlic, chopped
- 1 each Jalapeños, seeded & chopped fine
- 3/4 cup(s) Red Onion, chopped fine
- 3/4 cup(s) Red Bell Pepper, chopped fine
- 8 ounce(s) Cream Cheese, softened
- 12 ounce(s) Pepper Jack Cheese, shredded
- 4 ounce(s) Sour Cream
- 1/2 cup(s) Green Onions, sliced
Tools Needed
- Cast Iron Skillet
Chef Pairings
This hearty Cajun dip is best served with warm grilled bread or spoon it into halved jalapeños to up the spice factor even farther! For a delicious fall meal, serve this alongside a crab bisque.