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Herbed Shrimp Dip

Herbed Shrimp Dip

Since this dip calls for chopped shrimp, choosing a bag of smaller-size shrimp is cost-effective.

Everyday Food, December 2008 http://www.marthastewart.com/339890/herbed-shrimp-dip
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  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Total Time 15 minutes, plus chilling
  • Yield Serves 8

Ingredients

    • 1/2 pound peeled and deveined frozen shrimp (any size), thawed
    • 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
    • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
    • 2 scallions, coarsely chopped, plus more for garnish (optional)
    • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
    • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • Crostini, crackers, or crudites, for serving

Directions

  1. Fit a large saucepan with a steamer basket, and fill with 1 inch water; cover and bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cover and cook, tossing once, until opaque throughout, 30 seconds to 4 minutes (depending on size of shrimp). Immediately transfer to a colander, and run under cold water to stop cooking. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels, then finely chop.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions, parsley, and lemon zest and juice; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate shrimp dip until chilled, at least 30 minutes (and up to 2 days). Serve shrimp dip garnished with scallions, if desired, alongside crostini, crackers, or crudites.

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