Description
This Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon recipe combines tender, flaky salmon fillets with a rich seafood stuffing made of shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, and savory seasonings. Perfect for a gourmet dinner, this baked salmon dish is easy to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Ingredients
For the Stuffing:
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4 oz (115 g) cooked shrimp, finely chopped
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4 oz (115 g) lump crab meat
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2 oz (60 g) cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup (25 g) breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
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2 Tbsp mayonnaise
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1 green onion, finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tsp lemon juice
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1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salmon:
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz/170 g each), skin-on or skinless
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1 Tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 tsp paprika
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Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Stuffing:
In a bowl, mix chopped shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, green onion, garlic, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside. -
Prep the Salmon Fillets:
Pat dry the salmon. Cut a slit in each fillet to form a pocket. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. -
Stuff the Salmon:
Fill each salmon pocket with the seafood stuffing, pressing gently to secure. -
Bake the Salmon:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place fillets on a greased baking sheet or dish. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until salmon flakes easily. -
Serve:
Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
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Stuffing can be made in advance and refrigerated.
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Excellent with garlic butter green beans or roasted asparagus.
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Use almond flour for a low-carb variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American