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Crab Stuffed Salmon

Succulent Crab Stuffed Salmon for a Luxurious Dinner Night

Indulge in Crab Stuffed Salmon, a dish that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home with creamy crab filling and tender salmon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Filling
  • 8 oz Fresh Lump Crab Meat High-quality for best flavor.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened to room temperature.
  • 1 large Large Egg Lightly beaten.
  • 2 tbsp Crème Fraîche or Mayonnaise For richness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh and minced.
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley Use dill or chives if unavailable.
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Classic crab seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest For acidity.
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers or Panko Breadcrumbs For texture.
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh and skin removed.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt For seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper For seasoning.
For Garnish and Serving
  • 2 tbsp Thinly Sliced Chives For garnish.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, a beaten egg, crème fraîche (or mayonnaise), minced garlic, chopped parsley, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Cut a long slit along the top of each fillet to create a pocket. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Fill each pocket in the salmon fillets with the crab mixture, packing it slightly for a compact center.
  4. Place the stuffed salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 to 18 minutes until cooked through and reaching an internal temperature of 120°F.
  5. Let it rest for a few minutes, then garnish with parsley or chives and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare the crab filling a day in advance for make-ahead convenience. Store leftovers appropriately.

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