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Crab Stuffed Shrimp

Crab Stuffed Shrimp: Elegant Seafood Delight in Minutes

Enjoy Crab Stuffed Shrimp, elegant seafood appetizers that are quick to prepare and impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 16 pieces Deveined shrimp, shell-on
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
For the Crab Filling
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup Crabmeat
  • 2 tablespoons Salted butter, melted for brushing
  • 1 clove Minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dill, chopped
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Oregano

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Stuffed Shrimp
  1. Devein and peel the top shells of your shrimp, leaving the tails intact. Butterfly each shrimp by slicing down the back.
  2. Combine shrimp with olive oil, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and oregano. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Mix mayonnaise, Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Fold in crabmeat.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Stuff each shrimp with crab filling, pressing edges to seal.
  6. Arrange shrimp in a skillet. Bake for about 10 minutes until shrimp are opaque.
  7. Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and dill. Brush over baked shrimp and broil for 2 minutes.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shrimpCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Great for gatherings, these stuffed shrimp can be customized with different fillings or spices to suit your taste.

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