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Stuffed Shrimp

Delicious Stuffed Shrimp: Elevate Your Seafood Game Today

This Crab Stuffed Shrimp recipe transforms simple seafood into an impressive holiday appetizer under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 16-20 count Large Shrimp Ensure they are deveined and butterflied.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Add regular paprika if preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Melted butter can be an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Use your favorite seafood spice blend if desired.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic works too but alters prep time.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Fresh onions can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Season to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust quantities according to your palate.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Crab Meat For a vegetarian option, use more veggies or beans.
  • 1 cup Cooked Spinach Be sure to strain before adding.
  • 6 oz Artichokes Mushrooms can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Mayo Sour cream or cream cheese are alternatives.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • ½ cup Italian Breadcrumbs Using homemade breadcrumbs can improve taste.
  • 8 oz Cheese e.g., mozzarella & pepper jack, choose your favorite.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Adds bright flavor.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Enhances the richness.
For Serving
  • 4 tbsp Garlic Butter Dill Sauce Made from unsalted butter and minced garlic.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Stuffed Shrimp
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Combine olive oil, smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Brush this mixture over the butterflied shrimp.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine lump crab meat, cooked spinach, chopped artichokes, mayonnaise, cheese, minced garlic, Italian breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until well-blended.
  4. Fill each seasoned shrimp with a generous scoop of the filling. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the shrimp are opaque, pink, and the topping is golden brown.
  6. Drizzle with garlic butter dill sauce and serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shrimpCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh or high-quality frozen shrimp. Prepare stuffing a day in advance for convenience.

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