Elegant Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
If you’re in the mood for a dish that marries elegance with comfort, look no further than Elegant Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon. This gourmet seafood delight features tender salmon fillets stuffed with a creamy mixture of succulent crab and shrimp, elevated by fresh herbs and spices. Perfect for both cozy weeknight dinners and special occasions, this meal is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create an unforgettable dining experience that feels indulgent yet is simple enough for any home cook.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (170 g each)
- 120 g lump crab meat
- 120 g cooked shrimp, chopped
- 60 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 30 g breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In a bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped shrimp, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully slice pockets into the center of each salmon fillet and season them with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each fillet with the seafood mixture; secure edges if needed.
- In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, sear each stuffed fillet for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg