The Best Hot Crab Dip | Food Wishes

That’s right, this is THE best hot crab dip, which I consider the king of the hot dips. Whether your budget has room for the finest fresh crab or just allows for the canned stuff, this easy baked dip will still be a huge hit at your party. Enjoy!
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[@foodwishes]

Btw, double dipping is fine if you're alone.

[@cshubs]

So is eating the dip with a spoon!

[@coolcanoechic]

Did you eat the whole thing? 🔥🔥🔥🥵🔥🔥🔥

[@coolcanoechic]

Will this be good without all the fire? 🔥

[@Picnic_Chicken]

Is that a metaphor?

[@SirZeu]

so double dipping is always fine for me.

[@sherriianiro747]

"You're in charge of the administration of your crustacean" has me still laughing! I love your sense of humor - it goes hand in hand with your great recipes!

[@swtp1966]

😂SpongeBob's got nothin' on Him

[@TWMAC2011]

Agree!

[@CarlosRodriguez-dd4sb]

I'm pretty sure Food Wishes was the first channel I subscribed to years ago. You have made it a great ride Chef John

[@skeeter5076]

I remember finding Food Wishes years ago when I first entered culinary school and being put off by his voices cadence, but Im a diehard food wisher now

[@ndzapruder]

Ditto! I think his chocolate sea salt crostini vid was the first one I ever watched. I've taken *so* much from this channel over the years.

[@Goonygoon84]

I did indeed say "That's not lump crab meat." haha. Ya got me.

[@silksarii]

Marylander here. We forgive your use of canned crab. Tbqh the fresh stuff is both scarce and $$$ here too and probably has been that way for 10+ years. Fellow MDers back me up

[@roseinthestorm18]

Is there anything better than rewatching the Food Wishes video while you're eating your newest favorite recipe? Nope! Another winner :)

[@pter0_dactyl]

We arrived at almost the same recipe - can attest to its deliciousness. One ingredient that I include that I consider to be critical is finely diced red bell pepper. The bell pepper brings a vegetal freshness that cuts the intensity of the rest of the ingredients. Cheers yall!

[@jeanniebrooks]

I like that…it would be eye appealing too!

[@cyberpunkcentral8500]

Agree; red pepper goes so great with crab 🦀

[@dougcargill6730]

A friend is going crabbing for some Dungeness this weekend. I think I know what I’m going to make. Thanks Chef John!

[@oceanbrzzz]

Dungeness is the best!

[@MelvisVelour]

The smaller portions being put out as needed is brilliant - our much loved and missed former neighbor had a production line of these types of hot and cold dips ready to go for any occasions which allowed her to snap up items when they were on sale, do the prep, freeze them and...VOILA!

[@EE-vp6xp]

Just a suggestion from someone from MD who uses a lot of crab, Old Bay, and Worcestershire sauce...forego the added salt. All of the prior 3 will have enough for the dip. Love your channel and your enthusiasm in your commentary. Cheers!!

[@McnastyTheGreat]

this guy gets it ☝️. From MD too and I agree with ya

[@dawnh9238]

Annapolitan here and agree 100%

[@DJ-fn3jm]

This looks AWESOME. I think that might make for an excellent rangoon filling!

[@joanhelenak]

I'm from Maryland and I approve of this dip.

[@KulinaryAdventures]

Holy CRAB🦀!

[@mdnghtsun3759]

I made your Cowboy Dip for our Christmas party.. Everybody including the cowboys loved it!!! Thank you for that recipe. I am making the crab dip for our New Year's Eve Karaoke Party..... :)

[@Jane-ss1pg]

I don't know where you're from John, but with that Young Bay joke, you are now officially a Baltimore Dad.

[@mynoelwoods]

"....it's not a Stuffing if you don't stuff it in the bird".... BWAAAAAAAAAAAAA YOU'RE THE BEST, CHEF JOHN!!!!

[@kittywetzel92]

I'm surprised that Chef John doesn't have a recipe for Cayenne pepper soup! It could be as simple as 2 cups of your choice of broth and 1/2 cup of Cayenne pepper! 😂

[@jeffward1106]

Young Bay just got carded and it's under seasoned 😂

[@debbielente4766]

Have a wonderful holiday season to you and your family John

[@kendavis8046]

This looks really good. And we have a holiday that demands finger foods coming up! Thanks, Chef!

[@wynnkidsnannylorivance4111]

I make this every New Year's Eve. My family loves it!

[@toddb3394]

You make crab dip with Ketchup?

[@wynnkidsnannylorivance4111]

@@toddb3394 I don't use ketchup. I add a little cocktail sauce instead.

[@adamyoung480]

Aloha. I’m assuming an address is out of the question?

[@wynnkidsnannylorivance4111]

@@adamyoung480 lol

[@dawnh9238]

@@wynnkidsnannylorivance4111 My mom made a delish cold crabmeat dip and used cocktail sauce instead of ketchup (but CJ's looks even better).

[@josephchamberlain9129]

I enjoy every one of your presentations. Thank you and merry Christmas

[@jameswilson9977]

Brother you are a national treasure!!!

[@endlessoul]

I don't usually have crab dip hot but it looks delicious!!

[@animalmother556x45]

“Hot Crab Drip” is a great band name. Or perhaps an album.

[@BriseisMusic]

This looks delicious, Chef John!

[@KSGomez88]

Marylander here, and no judge-adge on your lump-age

[@Bayan1905]

Thanks for this, I used to buy some good crab dip but the cost is too much, now I can make my own.

[@Starlysh]

Chef, this looks amazing. I'm gonna buy some crab tomorrow.

[@3shellyiam]

The Old Bay is a must but the most expensive lump crab meat is not required for crab dip save the best for your crab cakes.

[@marilynsnider8183]

This looks really good. I can't wait to make it.

[@carolyndaughton3373]

Chef John, this hot crab dip looks delicious! Every year during the holidays I make a clambake because it's always requested and expected :) I'm making one for a holiday party this weekend, but now, in addition to that, I'm going to bring along this crab dip. Like all of your recipes, I know people will love it. Thank you for sharing.

[@murasaki9]

Dips are such wonderful creations.💜

[@pgood33605]

This is a nice simple versatile crab dip. I tweek it to my taste, added some ingredients and eliminated other but the overall recipe is great. Thank you for sharing.

[@greatboniwanker]

Happy Holidays & Merry Vacation!

[@DrSlick]

Don’t give me no lip. This is the best hot crab dip.

[@thatbobusguy]

Great. Another Chef John dip that I know is going to be at least a once a year entire dinner to my face. Along with that hot Reuben dip. You rule!

[@jeffward1106]

I'm using chip dip on nachos as I watch this video.😮 To eat/each their own ❤

[@Fromplefeet]

WOW! Looks absolutely INCREDIBLE!!!

[@susanstewart1402]

All our favourite recipes are from you, Chef John! It started with Dutch Baby 12 years ago.

[@sandreawhite7534]

That looks absolutely delicious.

[@jeanniebrooks]

I make a crab dip which I made up, and wow! It’s just like yours! Well maybe a few little differences (no ketchup….hmmm, but maybe sriracha next time? A pinch of white pepper) I use Jack, Tillamook white cheddar, maybe a bit of gruyere. I think I use less cream cheese and more cheese. I buy the MD lump crab in those see-thru refrigerated containers that cost $30 and I don’t make as large an amount, so smaller dish….sooo good!!! One time I made it as our main course served in pretty French white gratin dishes….delish, but so caloric!

[@vicentee2286]

thank you chef!

[@Croiseeman]

You're the Best chef John.

[@jayjdietrich]

"That's okay, they can't help themselves." How true!

[@samgibbs48]

Administration of your crustacean 😂 those end comments are always my favorite

[@dolphinbear661]

Made rhis tonight with canned crab and dipped it with homemade tortilla chips. Yummy, super delicious. Thanks!

[@cassiegreene9528]

I have made something similar using surimi and a little fish sauce. Budget me. Delicious though. Thanks Chef John!

[@bkm2797]

Looks delicious John, can't wait to give it a try! Thank you for another tasty recipes!🎄

[@kateortiz1721]

Omg need to make this asap

[@parthoroy9141]

Chef John, having lived in Maryland for graduate school, this is an awesome recipe 🦀 Thank you as always 🙏

[@pudnbug]

I made a 1/4-recipe of this using a can of crab meat (it still seemed like a lot) and it was excellent! Thank you Chef John!

[@Scone635]

Can't wait for crab season to get here

[@charlenegirouard901]

I have a family recipe looking for something new and I just found it thank you

[@rayy4755]

I enjoy this!

[@jacobaccurso]

Took the boat out yesterday and tossed my three Danielson crab traps into 30 feet of water here on Yaquina Bay and fished them for about an hour. I came home with five legal size Dungeness. Going out again Thursday. It’s nice having an endless supply of $59 per pound (SoCal price) crab meat for free. The season never closes and we are allowed 12 per day. I feel like I’ve been born and am living in heaven.

[@shawnmiller4781]

Another one that I need a slow cooker version for

[@caesarsalad77]

Salivating like Pavlov's dog here. All I'm gonna be thinking about all day is crab dip.

[@samwildstein2092]

I love it! I might add some cheaper claw meat to get extra crab in there without breaking the bank, like I do with Chef John's Crab-Tomato Bisque.

[@jim3998]

i used to make something pretty similar to that and eat it with baked potatoes. Might have to make another batch for nostalgia

[@jeanniebrooks]

I like getting a baguette and making some crispy crostini! I dry it out a little first in a low oven (or use day-old) then toast under the broiler. They are sturdy enough to dip and they’re crunchy.

[@raymondmuench3266]

Love the recipes, but live for the rhyming couplets. Administration of your crustacean. Splendid!

[@gatorshd]

Merry Christmas

[@phone4189]

Pretty sure Chef John is king of the hot dips, but I'll take your word for it Chef.

[@RIPjimbofisher]

I love this channel 😊

[@davidcarbone3385]

Amazing I have all these ingredients on hand already! I was so excited when Chef John announced this in the live chat because less than a month earlier I suggested this dish, my first food wish and it only took. a month to see it to fruition! Go me! And, Chef John! Thank you !

[@oomahuntressprotectress848]

ya! well we need more paprika here, it's been devastating

[@teodorac4801]

what are the measurements or it goes by the wye 😊

[@davidcarbone3385]

check the recipe link in the description @@teodorac4801

[@dorkyrouge3372]

Yummy..😊

[@Maerra7]

Cooking this tonight. 🎉

[@alainacommander2657]

Looks good!😁

[@Althebassist]

Shout out to Yung Bae in this video! Respect

[@robertmannel4446]

Great recipe, Chef John. My family crushed it!

[@Getouttahere78]

Rich and delectable ‼️ I'm all for this one 😋

[@keyia1983]

I’m from Maryland and I’ve never had crab dip with ketchup. Maybe I’ll give it a try 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@GREENHALGH6969]

I substituted spinach for crab, and artichoke for old bay . twas delightful. I love how chef johns recipes work with almost any substitutions !!

[@ohhowfuckingoriginal]

I feel like this is a joke but I'm sure that would be a good spinach dip so I'm not even mad

[@GREENHALGH6969]

I made spinach dip that night and realized I used almost the same recipe by accident minus the couple of ingredients@@ohhowfuckingoriginal

[@SS4Xani]

1:07 - Nailed it!

[@Loke2112]

I was planning to make somone elses hot crab dip recipe for my family at Chritsmas and hope for the best. No I KNOW it gonna be good thanks CJ! Perfect timing!

[@Beatlesfan1076]

OMG, I cannot wait to make this and eat it!! It looks sooooo yummy, minus the cayenne. You make the best foods! I bet your wife is super happy, as she is a very lucky woman to have a husband who makes the best food!! Yummm 😋 Oops, almost forgot, Thank you for sharing this and all of your other food recipes!!

[@TheJemstar28]

Yum!

[@ryanmcconnaughay5078]

the "young bay" joke absolutely sent me, lol

[@carolynhall1302]

Have you any idea what the Old bay seasoning would be equivalent to in the UK?

[@StarSong781]

Allergic to tomatoes. Is there something I should try subbing for that or do you think omitting is fine? Looks delicious!

[@InigoMontoya-]

You are the Buster Crabbe of the dip you love to dab.

[@adamlangdon2245]

YOUNG Bay? This guy probably parties so hard.🎉❤

[@oomahuntressprotectress848]

BYOY to that party! ah the richesse, must be some pretty important guests to a party with that served!

[@patphares6258]

Ahhhh. Winner winner!

[@StarshipJais]

+1 and Ha. I have that same flatware set from World Market 🎉

[@gaill7908]

Marylander here…def not lump!! 😂😂 But that works too!! Looks great!

[@deanjacobs1766]

There is nothing better than a good hot crab dip.

[@FishOnRM]

Boy, Chef John I’ve noticed you really like your cayenne pepper 🌶️ 😅 I enjoy a little heat, but, not too much where I can’t enjoy the meal. Anyway, I think pita chips would be good for dipping as they are a firm and neutral tasting chip. Enjoy 😊!

[@brendanhoffmann8402]

Wow! This looks amazing! I just got the Xmas lobster out of the freezer for a meal in 2 days.

[@GaryMacey]

I can’t get old bay seasoning in NZ, any alternative to that “key” ingredient?

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

Wow! That looks creamy and delicious!

[@Diana-ze8wu]

Hi. Marylander here. I will use this recipe and buy whatever crab I can get, probably what you found. I’m landlocked rn 😂 I will add 2 tsps sherry 🥂

[@TWMAC2011]

You are the executive of Dip! Administration of the Crustacean.

[@kpnitrl38]

Look out Christmas...It's about to get crabby!

[@travnickis1]

Made this today. Chef John, it's not bad, but as a Marylander, next time I'd leave out the catsup. And Bumble Bee canned lump crab works just fine. (Md lump is $30 a pound)

[@lancelotlink5751]

You had me at Old Bay 😊

[@heatherhinchley337]

My husband absolutely flipped over this. I used the refrigerator crab, but not lump (cha-ching). So much crab flavor. This could easily be 16 servings. But we didn't eat it that way 😉

[@user-xy2gv2vs9z]

Super Bowl dip of the day

[@MyCatTookOverMyChannel]

This guy should be a chef