Here’s a detailed recipe for Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon—a fancy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for dinner or special occasions.
Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
Ingredients (serves 4)
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each), skin on or off
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Stuffing:
- ½ lb (225g) cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- ½ lb (225g) lump crab meat, drained
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred for crunch)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Lemon wedges
- Extra chopped parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
Step 2: Prepare the Stuffing
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 2–3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shallots and garlic with chopped shrimp, crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently to combine.
Step 3: Prepare the Salmon
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each fillet by slicing horizontally, leaving the ends intact.
Step 4: Stuff the Salmon
- Spoon the crab and shrimp mixture into each salmon pocket. Press gently to secure.
Step 5: Bake
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear each salmon fillet for 2–3 minutes on each side until lightly golden (optional but adds flavor).
- Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through (internal temperature ~145°F / 63°C) and the stuffing is hot.
Step 6: Serve
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish with lemon wedges and extra parsley.
- Serve with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Tips
- Use fresh seafood if possible for the best flavor.
- Don’t over-stuff the salmon to avoid it falling apart while baking.
- For a richer taste, add a tablespoon of cream cheese to the stuffing mixture.