Description
Indulge in the flavors of the ocean with this irresistible Stuffed Shrimp recipe, perfect for seafood aficionados. Each succulent shrimp is butterflied and generously filled with a rich mixture of lump crab meat, fresh vegetables, and savory spices, creating a delightful appetizer that’s bound to impress at any gathering. Baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a luscious garlic butter sauce, these stuffed shrimp are not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Ideal for holidays, parties, or a cozy dinner at home, this dish offers a gourmet touch that elevates your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs large shrimp (16–20 count), deveined and butterflied
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 1 cup cooked spinach
- 6 oz chopped artichokes
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 oz cheese (mozzarella or pepperjack)
- Spices: smoked paprika, Old Bay, garlic powder
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, season the butterflied shrimp with olive oil and spices.
- In another bowl, combine crab meat, spinach, artichokes, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, cheese, and spices for the filling.
- Stuff each shrimp with the mixture without overfilling.
- Place in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through; drizzle with melted butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shrimp (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg