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Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon: Effortless Gourmet at Home

Discover how to make Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon, a delectable dish that combines crab and shrimp in a creamy stuffing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 fillets Salmon Skin-on, wild-caught preferred
  • 8 ounces Lump Crab Meat Fresh is ideal for best flavor
  • 1 cup Cooked Shrimp Raw, peeled, and deveined
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Let reach room temperature
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a swap
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Or your favorite mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh lemon juice can be an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs Parsley and Dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Optional, can replace with any seafood spice
For Seasoning and Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 slices Lemon For topping

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp Knife
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest, garlic, and fresh herbs. Blend until just mixed.
  3. Season each salmon fillet with salt and pepper, then cut a deep pocket into each fillet.
  4. Fill each pocket with the crab and shrimp filling, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Place stuffed salmon in the baking dish, top with lemon slices, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Optional: Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a crispy finish.
  7. Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure seafood is fresh and let ingredients come to room temperature before mixing. Resting the dish before serving enhances flavor.

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