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Stuffed Shrimp

Irresistibly Savory Stuffed Shrimp for Your Next Get-Together

This Crab Stuffed Shrimp recipe features fresh crab, creamy spinach, and artichokes for a delightful touch at your next gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 16-20 count Shrimp, deveined and butterflied
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Smoked Paprika Substitute with regular paprika for less smokiness.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Used for seasoning shrimp.
  • 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning Enhances seafood flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for stronger taste.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Fresh onion can be substituted.
  • 0.5 tsp Italian Seasoning Use preferred dried herbs.
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Crab Meat Optional; can be omitted for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Cooked Spinach Fresh spinach is a great alternative.
  • 6 oz Artichokes Diced bell peppers can substitute.
  • 1 cup Mayo Sour cream or cream cheese are alternatives.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can substitute.
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce is a valid substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs work too.
  • 8 oz Cheese Mozzarella and pepperjack recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 tsp Dried Herbs Fresh herbs create a fresher taste.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Choose salted butter only if aware of salt balance.
  • 1 tsp Fresh Dill, chopped Can be omitted if not available.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • large bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, coat the shrimp with olive oil and seasonings. Toss gently.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine all filling ingredients and mix well.
  4. Stuff each shrimp with the filling and place them on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until shrimp are opaque and filling is golden brown.
  6. Melt butter in a saucepan, add garlic and dill, and stir until fragrant.
  7. Drizzle garlic butter over baked shrimp and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 2shrimpCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, serve shrimp hot out of the oven drizzled with garlic butter sauce.

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