# Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Golden, buttery salmon with a creamy seafood center that feels like a “special dinner” without the stress.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 14 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 6 oz lump crab meat, picked over
- 4 oz cooked shrimp, chopped
- 3 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 to 2 tbsp parsley or dill, chopped
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- to taste Paprika, salt, and black pepper
- for serving Lemon wedges

## Instructions

1. Mix crab, shrimp, cream cheese, mayo, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic, herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir just until combined.
2. Pat salmon dry.
3. Slice a deep pocket into the side of each fillet (do not cut through).
4. Spoon in the stuffing and gently press closed.
5. Brush tops with olive oil or melted butter.
6. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper.
7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 14 to 18 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and the filling is hot.
8. Add lemon wedges and a little fresh herb on top.
9. Spoon any pan juices over the fish.

## Source

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- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/1b2bfa6c-c275-4041-b6d6-19173cfa5101
- Extracted: 2026-01-18

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