🍤 Salmon-Stuffed Shrimp
Large shrimp stuffed with a flavorful salmon mixture, baked to perfection — elegant and perfect for dinner or special occasions.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (leave tails on)
- ½ lb (225 g) cooked salmon, flaked
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Salt & black pepper
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 1–2 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep shrimp
- Make a slit along the back of each shrimp to create a pocket for stuffing.
2️⃣ Make stuffing
- In a bowl, combine flaked salmon, cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Stuff shrimp
- Fill each shrimp pocket with the salmon mixture.
- Optionally, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.
4️⃣ Bake shrimp
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place stuffed shrimp on a greased baking sheet.
- Drizzle with melted butter or olive oil.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5️⃣ Serve
- Garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges.
- Serve as an appetizer or alongside rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.
🌿 Tips & Variations
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne for a spicy kick.
- Mix grated Parmesan into the stuffing for extra flavor.
- Try broiling 1–2 minutes at the end for a golden top.
- Serve with a garlic butter or lemon cream sauce for a richer dish.
If you want, I can also give you:
- Creamy cheese and salmon stuffed shrimp
- Spicy Cajun salmon-stuffed shrimp
- Seafood medley stuffed shrimp (shrimp + crab + salmon)
Which version should I provide?
