Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon Recipe!

🦀🦐 Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each), skin removed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & black pepper (to taste)

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp lemon zest

For the Crab & Shrimp Filling:

• ½ lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped

• ½ lb lump crab meat (drained, shells removed)

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan

• ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for structure)

• Salt & pepper to taste

🔪 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Filling

1. In a skillet over medium heat, lightly sauté shrimp in a little olive oil for 2–3 minutes until just pink. Cool slightly.

2. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mayo, Dijon, garlic, lemon juice, Parmesan, and seasonings.

3. Gently fold in shrimp, crab meat, green onions, parsley, and breadcrumbs.

2️⃣ Prepare the Salmon

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cut a deep pocket into the side of each salmon fillet (don’t cut all the way through).

3. Season salmon with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and lemon zest.

4. Stuff each fillet generously with the seafood mixture.

3️⃣ Bake

• Place salmon in a greased baking dish.

• Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily and internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C).

• Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a golden top.

🍋 Serving Suggestions

• Serve with garlic butter asparagus or roasted Brussels sprouts

• Pair with rice pilaf or creamy mashed potatoes

• Drizzle with lemon butter sauce for extra richness