Description
Creamy langostino lobster roll dip showcases New England’s coastal charm with luxurious seafood flavors. Guests will savor each spoonful of this irresistible appetizer that brings seaside memories right to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) cooked langostino lobster, thawed if frozen
- 8 oz (227 g) cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz (227 g) gruyere cheese, freshly grated
- 2 oz (57 g) parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) sour cream
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried chives
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed potato chips, for topping
- Potato chips and splitters, for serving
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400°F, ensuring an optimal cooking environment for the luxurious dip.
- Ingredient Readiness: Pat langostino lobster dry to prevent excess moisture, maintaining the dip’s rich, creamy texture.
- Flavor Foundation: Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, dijon mustard, dried herbs, citrus zest, and seasonings in a large mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and homogeneous, creating a velvety base that promises deep, complex flavors.
- Cheese and Seafood Integration: Gently fold in grated gruyere and parmesan cheeses, then delicately incorporate the prepared langostino. Ensure an even distribution of seafood throughout the creamy mixture, promising a harmonious blend in every bite.
- Assembly and Topping: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, smoothing the surface with precision. Generously sprinkle crushed potato chips across the top, creating a tantalizing crispy layer that will provide a delightful textural contrast.
- Baking Perfection: Place the dip in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Monitor until the edges bubble enthusiastically and the surface transforms into a golden, appetizing masterpiece that signals culinary success.
- Final Touch and Serving: Remove from the oven and optionally garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately alongside crisp potato chips, inviting guests to indulge in this maritime-inspired gastronomic experience.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Pat langostino lobster completely dry to prevent watery texture and maintain the dip’s rich, creamy consistency.
- Cheese Melting Tip: Grate cheeses freshly for optimal melting and more robust flavor development in the dip.
- Chip Topping Strategy: Use kettle-cooked or thick-cut potato chips for maximum crunch and golden-brown surface coverage.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve hot immediately after baking to experience the optimal texture and temperature of the dip’s luxurious maritime-inspired flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg