Description
This creamy and tangy Clam Dip is a quick and easy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Made with softened cream cheese, minced clams, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and green onions, it offers a deliciously savory and slightly spicy flavor. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (6.5 ounces) minced clams, drained, juice reserved
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about ½ of a small lemon)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 green onions, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
- Tabasco sauce, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Base: In a medium bowl, stir the softened cream cheese with 1 tablespoon of the reserved clam juice until smooth and creamy to create the dip’s base.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce until the ingredients are evenly combined, adding brightness and depth of flavor.
- Incorporate Clams and Onions: Gently fold in the chopped green onions (reserve a small amount for garnish) and the minced clams. If the mixture feels too thick, stir in additional reserved clam juice, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
- Season with Heat: Add a few dashes of Tabasco sauce to the dip, adjusting the amount to your preferred level of spice for a mild kick.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the clam dip to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved green onions and a drizzle of Tabasco sauce if desired for an appealing presentation.
- Chill or Serve Immediately: Serve the dip right away with chips or crackers, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days to let the flavors meld further.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of reserved clam juice to achieve your preferred dip consistency.
- Tabasco sauce is optional; omit or substitute with your favorite hot sauce if desired.
- Chilling the dip for an hour enhances the flavors.
- Great served with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
- Consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
