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Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Delicious Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon for Elegant Dinners

This Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon combines sweet crab and tender shrimp in a creamy filling for an elegant dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Skinless for even stuffing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Hot oil for searing
For the Stuffing
  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat Sweet, rich flavor; canned works if drained
  • 1 cup Cooked Shrimp Pre-chopped for convenience
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Opt for low-fat if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Adds moisture and creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Brings a tangy note
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Infuses depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika Adds a warm hue and smokiness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Freshness; can substitute with dill or chives
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning
For Serving
  • 4 wedges Lemon Brightens the dish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, and breadcrumbs. Add mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and slightly chunky.
  3. Slice a pocket into each salmon fillet. Season inside and out with salt and pepper.
  4. Fill each salmon pocket with stuffing, securing edges with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear stuffed salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and stuffing is heated.
  7. Serve with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the salmon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh seafood enhances flavor. Always ensure internal temperature of salmon reaches 145°F (63°C).

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