You won’t believe how delicious and easy to make this carnivore cream cheese shrimp dip is! This recipe quickly became my favorite go-to dish for both family dinners and special occasions.
This creamy, rich dip combines tender shrimp with smooth cream cheese, creating a perfect blend of flavors that will satisfy your cravings.
The addition of mayonnaise makes it extra creamy, while the Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce add just the right amount of kick without overpowering the natural taste of the shrimp.
What makes this recipe special is how simple it is to put together.. Everything you need is probably already in your kitchen, and if not, you can easily find these items in any regular grocery store.
Plus, you can make it ahead of time, which is always helpful when planning meals or parties.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick Prep Time: This dip takes only about 10 minutes to put together. You don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen – just mix the ingredients, let it chill, and it’s ready to serve.
Perfect Party Food: Looking for something to bring to a gathering? This dip is ideal because you can make it ahead of time. Even friends who don’t follow the carnivore diet will love it, and they probably won’t even realize it’s a diet friendly recipe!
Great for Meal Prep: Make a batch on Sunday, and you’ll have a ready to eat snack or light meal for several days. The flavors actually get better over time as they meld together in the refrigerator.
Perfect Texture: The combination of cream cheese and mayonnaise creates an incredibly smooth and creamy texture, while the chopped shrimp adds a pleasant bite.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Chopped Shrimp (boiled, peeled & deveined)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco Sauce
- Optional: Green Onions / other herbs for garnishing or mix in (omit for strict carnivore)
Note: I added Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco to the dip for extra flavor. While these aren’t strictly part of the carnivore diet, I only use a small amount for seasoning – it really makes a difference. If you follow a strict diet, simply omit these ingredients.
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Add the cream cheese and lemon juice to a medium bowl. Mix them together using a spoon until creamy.
Step 2
Mix in the mayonnaise, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
Step 3
Add the shrimp and mix.
Step 4
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Step 5
Serve with carnivore bread or carnivore crackers.
💡Tips
1. Chilling Time Matters
While I recommend at least 2 hours of chilling, letting it sit overnight in the refrigerator gives even better results.
The extra time allows all the flavors to blend together perfectly. Just make sure to cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the dip to prevent a skin from forming. This also keeps the dip from absorbing any refrigerator odors.
2. The Perfect Texture
The final texture of your dip should be thick enough to hold its shape on a cracker but still be easily spreadable.
If your dip seems too thick, you can thin it out by adding a tiny bit more mayonnaise, one teaspoon at a time. If it’s too thin (which might happen if your shrimp released too much liquid), you can thicken it by adding more cream cheese.
Just remember to adjust the seasonings accordingly if you make any of these adjustments.
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FAQ
1. My dip turned out too thick. How can I fix it?
If your dip is too thick, there are a few easy ways to fix it. The simplest solution is to add a little more mayonnaise, one teaspoon at a time, mixing well after each addition until you reach the desired consistency.
Make sure your cream cheese was properly softened before mixing – cold cream cheese can make the dip too thick.
If you’ve already added extra mayonnaise and it’s still too thick, let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then mix again.
2. Isn’t Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco sauce against the carnivore diet ?
While it’s true that both Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco sauce contain some plant-based ingredients, this recipe uses very small amounts of these sauces primarily as flavor enhancers – we’re talking about just 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire and 1 teaspoon of Tabasco for the entire recipe.
Many people following a carnivore diet choose to include tiny amounts of certain seasonings and sauces to add flavor to their meals, especially when they’re first transitioning to the diet or following a more relaxed version.
Carnivore Cream Cheese Shrimp Dip
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1 1/2 cup Chopped Shrimp boiled, peeled & deveined
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco Sauce
- Optional: Green Onions / other herbs for garnishing or mix in omit for strict carnivore
Instructions
- Add the cream cheese and lemon juice to a medium bowl. Mix them together using a spoon until creamy.
- Mix in the mayonnaise, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Add the shrimp and mix.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve with carnivore bread or carnivore crackers.