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Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon: A Flavor-Packed Dinner Delight

Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon combines rich salmon with a creamy stuffing of sweet crab and succulent shrimp, creating a gourmet dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Lump crab meat Can be substituted with canned crab if well-drained.
  • 1 cup Cooked shrimp Chopped into small pieces.
  • 4 oz Cream cheese Opt for low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
  • 2 tblsp Mayonnaise Greek yogurt makes a great healthy alternative.
  • 1 tblsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can elevate the flavors.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika gives a deeper taste.
  • 2 tblsp Fresh parsley Can be replaced with dill or chives.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Salmon Pockets
  • 4 fillets Salmon fillets Skinless and boneless are best.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs are an excellent swap.
  • 2 tblsp Olive oil For searing.
For Serving
  • 1 lemon Lemon wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine lump crab meat, chopped cooked shrimp, cream cheese, and breadcrumbs. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, chopped parsley, along with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Take each salmon fillet and carefully slice a pocket into the side, ensuring you don’t cut all the way through.
  4. Spoon the prepared crab shrimp filling into each pocket of the salmon fillets, generously filling them.
  5. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the stuffed salmon for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  6. Transfer the skillet with the stuffed salmon to the preheated oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the crab shrimp stuffed salmon rest for a couple of minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing. Monitor the salmon while baking; the ideal internal temperature is 145°F (63°C). Avoid overstuffing the salmon pockets for the perfect presentation.

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