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Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon: A Decadent Dish for Home Chefs

Crab Shrimp Stuffed Salmon combines sweet crab, juicy shrimp, and tender salmon for a luxurious dish that's gluten-free and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets skinless or skin-on based on preference
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat drain and check for shells
  • 1 cup Cooked Shrimp small, chopped pieces
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese low-fat option available
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise optional for lighter stuffing
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard for flavor depth
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley can substitute with chives or dill
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil for searing
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, cooked shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until smooth and well combined.
  3. Carefully slice a pocket into each salmon fillet and season the inside with salt and pepper.
  4. Evenly distribute the prepared stuffing into the pockets of each fillet, packing it gently.
  5. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  6. Transfer the skillet with the seared salmon into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  7. Once baked, let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes and serve with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and can be customized with various herbs and spices for personal taste preferences.

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