By Ali Schlichter

Crab Rangoon Dip With Passion Fruit Sweet Chili

 

Ingredients

For the Dip:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (I use chive and onion Philadelphia)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon juice and zest of one lemon
  • 2 tsp sriracha
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or Monterey jack
  • 1 can (6 oz) lump crab meat, drained or 1 package imitation crab chopped
  • 2 green onions or chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp worcestershire sauce 
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Drizzle:

  • 1/4 cup Chin Dribblin Passion Fruit Sweet Chili sauce

For Garnish and Serving:

  • Sliced green onions or chives
  • Sesame Seeds 
  • Wonton chips, pita chips, or crackers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dip:

    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
    • Fold in the mozzarella cheese, crab meat, green onions, lemon juice, sriracha, worcestershire, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
  2. Bake the Dip:

    • Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it evenly.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the top is slightly golden.
  3. Drizzle and Garnish:

    • Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly.
    • Using a spoon or a squeeze bottle, drizzle the Chin Dribblin Passion Fruit Sweet Chili sauce in a crisscross pattern over the surface of the dip.
    • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions or chives for a pop of color and flavor.
  4. Serve:

    • Serve hot with wonton chips, pita chips, or crackers for dipping.