Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
A delightful and elegant dish featuring tender salmon with a rich filling of crab and shrimp, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Stuffing
- 1 cup crab meat Fresh or canned.
- 1 cup shrimp, chopped Use fresh or frozen, chopped.
- 1/2 cup cream cheese Can be substituted with ricotta or dairy-free version.
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped Fresh is recommended.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh lemon juice preferred.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets salmon Skin removed for easier stuffing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Make a pocket in each salmon fillet and stuff with the crab and shrimp mixture.
- Place stuffed salmon in a baking dish.
Cooking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables. For added flavor, drizzle with lemon butter. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days or frozen for later use.