Japanese Miso‑Butter Imitation Crab Dip

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 6 ounces imitation crab meat, shredded
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 2 tablespoons green onion, finely sliced(optional)
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes, being careful not to brown it.

2. 2

   Add the miso paste and soy sauce, stirring until fully incorporated and smooth (about 1 minute).

3. 3

   Reduce heat to low and fold in the softened cream cheese, stirring until the mixture becomes a silky sauce (≈2 minutes).

4. 4

   Stir in the shredded imitation crab and cook gently for 3‑4 minutes until heated through.

5. 5

   Remove from heat, drizzle with lemon juice if using, and sprinkle with sliced green onion before serving.