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Delicious Stuffed Salmon with Crab & Shrimp Recipe
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Delicious Stuffed Salmon with Crab & Shrimp Recipe
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Delicious Stuffed Salmon with Crab & Shrimp Recipe

Learn how to make a truly indulgent salmon dish. This recipe features succulent salmon fillets generously stuffed with a savory mixture of crab meat and shrimp, seasoned to perfection. Ideal for a special dinner or an impressive meal.
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Beautifully Stuffed Salmon Fillets
Beautifully Stuffed Salmon Fillets

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
2
Servings
Medium
American Seafood
English
Nutrition (per serving)
550
Calories
50g
Protein
10g
Carbs
30g
Fat
Golden Brown Seared Salmon
Golden Brown Seared Salmon

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets
    (large, about 6-8 oz each)

    2 fillets
  • Crab meat
    (fresh or imitation, shredded)

    1 cup
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  • Cooked shrimp
    (peeled, deveined, finely chopped)

    1 cup
  • Cream cheese
    (softened)

    1 cup
  • Mayonnaise

    1 tablespoon
  • Old Bay Seasoning

    1 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder

    1 teaspoon
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  • Onion powder

    1 teaspoon
  • Salt

    1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper

    1 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley
    (chopped)

    1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil

    1 tablespoon
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  • Lemon wedges

    for serving
Servings: 2
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Perfectly Baked Salmon with Filling
Perfectly Baked Salmon with Filling

Instructions

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  • 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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    In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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    Ensure all ingredients are well combined for a consistent flavor.
  • 2

    Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a deep pocket into the side of each salmon fillet, making sure not to cut all the way through to the other side. Season the salmon generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
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    Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a deep pocket into the side of each salmon fillet, making sure not to cut all the way through to the other side. Season the salmon generously inside and out with salt and pepper.
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    Use a sharp knife to create a clean pocket for the stuffing.
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  • 3

    Generously fill each salmon pocket with the prepared crab and shrimp mixture. Use your hands or a spoon to gently press the filling into the pocket, ensuring it's compact and doesn't spill out.
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    Generously fill each salmon pocket with the prepared crab and shrimp mixture. Use your hands or a spoon to gently press the filling into the pocket, ensuring it's compact and doesn't spill out.
    2m

    Don't overstuff, as the filling might spill out during cooking.
  • 4

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the stuffed salmon fillets in the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
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    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the stuffed salmon fillets in the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
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    Searing first helps create a crispy skin and locks in moisture.
  • 5

    Remove the salmon from the oven. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a burst of freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious stuffed salmon!
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    Remove the salmon from the oven. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a burst of freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious stuffed salmon!
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    A squeeze of fresh lemon juice enhances the seafood flavors.
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