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Seafood Stuffed Crab Recipe

Seafood Stuffed Crab Recipe
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Indulge in a delectable seafood delight with this Seafood Stuffed Crab recipe. Succulent lump crab meat and tender shrimp come together with a medley of flavors and seasonings, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients

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Crab Filling:

  • 4 large crab shells or ramekins
  • 1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 1/2 lb small cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Paprika for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onion, celery, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine crab meat, shrimp, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, parsley, and the sautéed vegetables. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into crab shells.
  4. Bake: Top with Parmesan cheese and paprika. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and heated through.
  5. Serve: Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • You can prepare the filling a day ahead and bake just before serving.
  • For a spicy kick, add a dash of hot sauce or minced jalapeño to the mixture.

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