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Crab Cake Stuffed Shrimp

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Crab Cake Stuffed Shrimp is an elegant, low-effort seafood dish featuring tender shrimp filled with savory crab cake stuffing. Perfect for holidays, date nights, or dinner parties, this baked shrimp recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup finely diced onion
  • ¼ cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • ½ pound lump crab meat
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12–16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on, butterflied
  • Olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
  • Optional: Fresh parsley or lemon wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté onion and red bell pepper until soft. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a bowl, gently combine crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, Old Bay, salt, pepper, and the sautéed vegetables.
  4. Butterfly the shrimp by slicing along the back and opening them flat. Place shrimp on the baking sheet, cut side up.
  5. Spoon crab filling onto each shrimp and press gently to adhere.
  6. Brush with olive oil or melted butter.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until shrimp are pink and filling is golden and cooked through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Add cayenne or jalapeño for heat.
  • Mix in cream cheese or Parmesan for a richer filling.
  • Use claw meat or imitation crab for a budget-friendly version.
  • Drizzle lemon garlic butter on top after baking for extra flavor.
  • Make bite-sized versions for appetizers or party platters.

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