Crab And Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
Crab and shrimp stuffed salmon offers a rich, flavorful seafood entrée combining tender salmon fillets with a savory crab and shrimp filling, perfect for an elegant dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup cooked crab meat
- 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine crab meat, chopped shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until well blended. Season with salt and pepper.
- Carefully cut a pocket into the thickest side of each salmon fillet, creating space for the stuffing.
- Stuff each salmon fillet with the crab and shrimp mixture, pressing gently to secure.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the stuffed salmon fillets in the skillet, searing each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side of steamed asparagus or a fresh green salad for a complete meal. For extra flavor, drizzle with lemon butter sauce before serving.