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Elegant Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

A close-up of a perfectly baked stuffed salmon fillet with a golden, crispy breadcrumb topping and rich seafood filling.
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Make an impressive, restaurant-style seafood main dish with this baked salmon stuffed with a creamy crab and shrimp filling. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or when you want a gourmet meal at home.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained and picked over
  • 8 ounces cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the lump crab meat and chopped shrimp. Season the stuffing mixture with salt and pepper.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets dry. Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket lengthwise into the thickest part of each salmon fillet, being careful not to cut all the way through to the other side.
  5. Spoon the crab and shrimp stuffing evenly into the pockets of the salmon fillets. Press the opening closed gently.
  6. Place the stuffed salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly over the top of the stuffed salmon.
  8. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the topping is golden brown.
  9. Serve immediately with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use a mix of crab and shrimp in the stuffing.
  • You can prepare the stuffing mixture up to one day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, you can briefly broil the salmon for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

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