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Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon for a Quick Gourmet Dinner

Enjoy a quick, gourmet Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon dish filled with rich flavors perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets opt for wild-caught for superior flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive or Avocado Oil adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika use more for spice
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning feel free to customize the spice level
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 cup Frozen Spinach (thawed) fresh spinach is a lovely substitute
  • 8 ounces Boursin Cheese swap for cream cheese if needed
  • 1 piece Jalapeño remove seeds for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat well-drained canned or fresh works best
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) other hard cheeses can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh is always best
  • 1 cup Medium Shrimp peeled and cleaned
For Serving
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges a splash of fresh citrus brightens every bite
  • 1/4 cup Cajun Butter Sauce made of melted butter, lemon juice, and spices

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive or avocado oil over the salmon fillets and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and Cajun seasoning. Make deep cuts in the center.
  3. In a bowl, mix the thawed spinach, Boursin cheese, diced jalapeño, crab meat, grated Parmesan, and minced garlic until well-blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, season the shrimp with the remaining oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stuff each salmon fillet with the creamy crab mixture and top with the seasoned shrimp. Arrange on the baking sheet.
  6. Drizzle Cajun butter sauce over the stuffed salmon and bake for 15-17 minutes until the salmon is opaque.
  7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Choose thick, wild-caught salmon fillets for the best flavor. Adjust the Cajun seasoning according to your taste for a custom experience.

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