CRAB AND SHRIMP STUFFED SALMON
This crab and shrimp stuffed salmon is a rich and elegant seafood dish. Filled with creamy crab and shrimp mixture, it’s perfectly baked for a flavourful, restaurant-quality dinner that’s simple to make at home.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- ½ cup cooked crab meat
- ½ cup cooked shrimp chopped
- ¼ cup cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff Salmon: Cut a slit in each salmon fillet to create a pocket and fill with the seafood mixture.
- Bake: Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and bake for 20–25 minutes until the salmon flakes easily.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
- Tip: Use fresh seafood for the best flavour.
- Variation: Add chopped spinach or mozzarella to the filling.
- Serve with: Steamed vegetables or garlic mashed potatoes.