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Stuffed Shrimp

Savory Stuffed Shrimp with Crab and Artichokes Delight

Stuffed Shrimp is an elegant and easy seafood appetizer, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 16-20 pieces Shrimp Large, deveined, and butterflied
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Crab Meat Optional to substitute with cooked lobster or omit for a vegetarian filling
  • 1 cup Cooked Spinach Fresh spinach can be used if cooked and strained
  • 6 oz Chopped Artichokes Frozen or canned artichokes are a great option
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with sour cream or cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Regular mustard works as a substitute
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Optional if omitted
  • 1/2 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs are a good alternative
  • 8 oz Cheese e.g., mozzarella and pepperjack, swap with favorite melting cheese
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic Adjust according to your preference
For Seasoning
  • Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can substitute if needed
  • Olive Oil Any neutral oil will work
  • Old Bay Seasoning Optional to replace with a celery salt and paprika mix
  • Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be swapped in equal measure
  • Onion Powder Fresh onions can replace, use with caution
  • Italian Seasoning Individual herbs can be used instead
  • Pepper Any granular pepper is suitable
  • 1 tsp Dried Herbs Use any herb blends you prefer
For Baking & Presentation
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter For Garlic Butter Dill Sauce; olive oil can be used for a lighter option
  • 1 tsp Fresh Dill Chopped, dried dill is a viable fallback
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled lemon juice can suffice for convenience

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Stuffed Shrimp
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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  2. Combine the deveined and butterflied shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss well to coat each shrimp evenly.
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  3. In another mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cooked spinach, chopped artichokes, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, cheese, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until well-combined.
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  4. Take each seasoned shrimp and spoon in a generous amount of the crab filling. Place the filled shrimp on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
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  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque and the filling is golden.
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  6. Prepare garlic butter dill sauce by melting unsalted butter in a saucepan, then add minced garlic and fresh dill, stirring until fragrant.
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  7. Drizzle the garlic butter dill sauce over the golden stuffed shrimp before serving.
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Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make-ahead tip: Prepare the stuffed shrimp a day ahead and bake just before serving for a stress-free gathering.

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