Crab Stuffed Shrimp
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this irresistible *Crab Stuffed Shrimp* recipe—a show-stopping dish that's as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Perfectly butterflied jumbo shrimp are generously stuffed with a rich and flavorful filling made from lump crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, creamy mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, fresh green onions, and fragrant herbs. A hint of Old Bay seasoning and freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a zesty, coastal flair. Baked to perfection with a buttery golden finish, these tender, juicy shrimp are the ultimate combination of succulent seafood and indulgent texture. Whether served as a dazzling appetizer or a main course accompanied by rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad, this dish transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality seafood delight at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 pieces jumbo shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-on)
- 8 ounces lump crab meat
- 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 stalks green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly with nonstick spray.
Butterfly the jumbo shrimp by slicing along the back where it was deveined, being careful not to cut all the way through. Flatten the shrimp slightly to create a pocket for the filling and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Gently fold the mixture, taking care not to break up the crab meat too much.
Using your hands or a small spoon, scoop about 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture and stuff it into the pocket of each shrimp. Arrange the stuffed shrimp on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure the shrimp remain stable by curling their tails slightly over the filling.
Brush the tops of the stuffed shrimp lightly with melted butter to help them brown beautifully in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and pink, and the crab stuffing is golden on top.
Optional: Garnish with additional chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or as a main dish alongside rice, vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 98.9 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 773 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 3128 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 125.4 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.1 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1035 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1664 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
