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Shrimp & Crab Stuffed Salmon

A delightful dish combining succulent salmon with rich crab and shrimp stuffing that brings the flavors of the sea to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 1/2 lb lump crab meat Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
  • 2 tbsp mayo
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt & black pepper To taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 12 medium shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tbsp butter

For Serving

  • Lemon wedges For garnishing.
  • More parsley For garnishing.

For the Salmon

  • 4 pieces skin-on salmon fillets (center-cut)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Mix the crab, cream cheese, Parmesan, mayo, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
  • Slice a deep slit in each salmon fillet, being careful not to cut all the way through the fish.
  • Fill the slits in the salmon with the crab mixture, pressing lightly to secure the filling inside.

Cooking

  • Cook the salmon in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  • In the same skillet, melt the butter and cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
  • Top the salmon with the sautéed shrimp and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid dry salmon. Freezing is not recommended.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgSugar: 1g
Keyword Seafood Dish, Shrimp and Crab Stuffed Salmon, Stuffed Salmon
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