Description
Rich crab and shrimp stuffed salmon delivers coastal cuisine elegance on a single plate. Delicate seafood fillings complement perfectly roasted salmon, creating an irresistible main course for special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each)
- ½ cup lump crab meat, drained
- ½ cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsps mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Fresh parsley or chives
- Extra lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Salmon: Create a deep pocket in the thickest section of each salmon fillet without completely separating the fish. Massage the exterior with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Create Seafood Filling: Whisk cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon zest, parsley, green onions, and hot sauce into a smooth, creamy mixture. Gently fold in crab meat, shrimp, and panko breadcrumbs, maintaining the seafood’s delicate texture.
- Stuff and Arrange: Carefully fill each salmon pocket with the seafood mixture, ensuring even distribution. Transfer stuffed fillets to a generously oiled baking dish, positioning them to promote uniform cooking.
- Bake to Perfection: Roast in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for 15-18 minutes until the salmon turns opaque and flaky, easily separating with a fork.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Plate alongside roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete, elegant seafood experience.
Notes
- Preserve Seafood Texture: Fold crab and shrimp gently into the mixture to prevent breaking delicate seafood pieces, maintaining their tender, succulent quality.
- Prevent Overstuffing: Fill salmon pocket carefully, leaving slight room to allow even cooking and prevent filling from spilling during roasting.
- Control Moisture Balance: Pat seafood dry before mixing to avoid excess liquid that could make filling watery and compromise the stuffing’s creamy consistency.
- Temperature Precision: Use instant-read thermometer to confirm salmon reaches 145°F internal temperature, ensuring perfect doneness without overcooking delicate fish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg