Hot crab dip with ricotta and horseradish
4 servings
30 minutes
Hot crab dip with ricotta and horseradish is an elegant blend of tender crab meat, creamy ricotta, and the zesty notes of horseradish, creating a delightful balance of flavors. This dish has Mediterranean roots where fresh seafood is often paired with soft yet expressive sauces. The dip's delicate texture, enhanced by the nutty hint of almond and the subtle spice of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco, makes it a perfect complement to crispy bread or crackers. Heated to a golden hue, it reveals depth of flavor reminiscent of cozy evenings by the sea. This dip is ideal for a dinner among friends, creating an atmosphere of warmth and gastronomic delight.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
2
In a bowl, mix ricotta, mayonnaise, water, finely chopped onion, and parsley. Then add horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco to taste. After that, fold in the almonds and crab meat.
- Ricotta cheese: 230 g
- Light mayonnaise: 70 g
- Water: 1 tablespoon
- Green onions: 2 stems
- Chopped parsley: 3 tablespoons
- Horseradish: 15 g
- Worcestershire sauce: 0.3 teaspoon
- TABASCO®: to taste
- Almond flakes: 60 g
- Crab meat: 220 g
3
Transfer the mixture to a small fireproof dish and place it in the oven for 20 minutes.