Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Seafood and Protein

01 - 4 salmon fillets, skinless, about 6 oz each
02 - 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
03 - 1/2 cup lump crab meat

→ Dairy

04 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Condiments and Seasonings

06 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
07 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
09 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste
11 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
12 - 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

→ Cooking Oil

13 - Olive oil for brushing

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, mozzarella, mayonnaise, mustard, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
03 - Using a sharp knife, cut a slit down the center of each salmon fillet to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through.
04 - Stuff each fillet generously with the seafood mixture.
05 - Place the stuffed salmon on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
06 - Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
07 - Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end to brown the top slightly.
08 - Serve warm with lemon wedges or a side salad.

# Notes:

01 - Using softened cream cheese ensures the filling is smooth and easy to mix.
02 - Broiling at the end adds an extra golden brown finish to the dish.

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