Description
A delightful dish combining the rich flavors of salmon with the sweetness of crab and shrimp, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon fillets by slicing each fillet horizontally to create a pocket.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, chopped shrimp, cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, breadcrumbs, dill, black pepper, and salt.
- Stuff the salmon fillets with the crab and shrimp mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and sear the stuffed salmon in a skillet for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the fillets and transfer the skillet to the oven, baking for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Freshness of ingredients is key for the best flavor.
- Consider using wild-caught salmon for better taste and sustainability.
- Experiment with different fillings to customize the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: crab, shrimp, stuffed salmon, seafood recipe, healthy dinner