Description
Succulent salmon meets luxurious seafood in this elegant Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon, where tender fish embraces a rich, oceanic filling. Seafood enthusiasts will savor each perfectly balanced, delicate bite of this impressive culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces / 170 grams each)
- ½ cup lump crab meat, drained
- ½ cup cooked shrimp, chopped
Stuffing Ingredients:
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or chives
- Extra lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon fillets by creating a deep pocket in the thickest section, ensuring the cut does not completely separate the fish. Delicately massage the exterior with olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a harmonious blend of salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Craft the luxurious seafood filling by whisking cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, vibrant lemon zest, chopped parsley, minced green onions, and a hint of hot sauce into a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Tenderly incorporate crab meat, succulent shrimp, and panko breadcrumbs into the prepared mixture, folding gently to maintain the delicate texture of the seafood.
- Carefully stuff each salmon fillet’s pocket with the decadent seafood filling, ensuring an even distribution of the mixture throughout the pocket.
- Position the stuffed salmon fillets in a generously oiled baking dish, arranging them with care to promote even cooking.
- Roast the stuffed salmon in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for 15-18 minutes, watching for the fish to transform into an opaque, flaky delicacy that easily separates with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and embellish with freshly chopped parsley and zesty lemon wedges for a bright, aromatic presentation.
- Accompany the salmon with complementary sides such as roasted seasonal vegetables, fluffy rice, or creamy mashed potatoes to complete this elegant seafood feast.
Notes
- Slice salmon carefully to create a pocket without cutting through, ensuring a perfect stuffing base that holds the delicate seafood mixture securely.
- Pat salmon and seafood dry before mixing to prevent excess moisture, which could make the stuffing soggy and compromise the texture.
- Customize the stuffing by swapping panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs for those with wheat sensitivities or allergies.
- Control cooking time strictly to avoid overcooking salmon, as it can quickly become dry and lose its tender, succulent quality.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg