Description
A delicious recipe for Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon, featuring a creamy seafood stuffing and a crispy topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6–8 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Lemon slices, for serving
- ½ cup lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
- ½ cup cooked shrimp (chopped)
- ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp green onions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ cup mozzarella (shredded, optional for extra melty filling)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat salmon fillets dry, drizzle with olive oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Using a sharp knife, cut a slit down the center of each fillet to form a pocket (don’t cut all the way through).
- In a bowl, combine crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, mayo, Parmesan, green onions, parsley, Old Bay, lemon juice, and mozzarella. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- Spoon the seafood mixture into each salmon pocket. Press gently to secure filling inside.
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and parsley. Sprinkle generously over stuffed salmon.
- Place salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet or casserole dish. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and topping is golden brown.
- Drizzle with melted butter or garlic lemon butter sauce. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley.
Notes
- Ensure the crab meat is free of shells before using.
- For a spicier kick, add more Old Bay or Cajun seasoning.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg