Description
Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon is a delightful seafood dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a savory filling of crab and shrimp. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion, holiday dinner, or just a luxurious meal to treat yourself.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin removed
1/2 cup cooked crab meat, chopped
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each salmon fillet, making sure not to cut all the way through.
- In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Stuff each salmon fillet pocket generously with the crab and shrimp mixture. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
Cheese: Add shredded mozzarella or Parmesan for an extra creamy and cheesy texture.
Herbs: Swap parsley for dill or tarragon for different flavor notes.
Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat in the stuffing.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Reheating: To reheat, gently warm the stuffed salmon in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
