Description
Elegant stuffed salmon fillets filled with a creamy mix of crab and shrimp, baked to perfection for a rich and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix crab meat, chopped shrimp, cream cheese, Parmesan, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Cut a horizontal pocket in each salmon fillet.
- Stuff each pocket with the seafood mixture and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 20–25 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with lemon-garlic roasted asparagus or a crisp green salad. Use variations like Cajun seasoning for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American