Delicious Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon Recipe

Indulge in Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon, a luxurious seafood delight with Cajun butter sauce, ready to impress in under 30 minutes.

Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon Recipe

Elevate your dinner game with this Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon, where each fillet is brimming with a sumptuous mix of Boursin cheese, delicate crab, and shrimp, with hints of jalapeno and garlic. Perfect for a luxurious yet hassle-free meal, this recipe combines tender, flaky salmon with rich, seafood-infused stuffing, all brought together with a blanket of Cajun butter sauce.

Ingredients

Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

• 4 ( 7 ounce each) salmon fillets, skin removed
• 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil, divided
• Salt and ground pepper, to taste
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more for seasoning shrimp
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, plus more for seasoning shrimp
• 4 oz. frozen spinach, thawed
• 1x 5 oz. pack of Boursin Shallot & Chive, at room temperature
• 1 jalapeno, deseeded and diced
• 8 oz. lump crab or claw crab
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 12-16 medium shrimp, peeled and cleaned
• Lemon wedges, to garnish

Cajun Butter Sauce

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• Juice of 1 lemon
• ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Keep aside.
• Drizzle the salmon filets with 1 tablespoon of oil, then season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika and Cajun seasoning on both sides. Cut a slit through the middle of each salmon fillet, but not all the way through, about two-thirds of its total length. Keep aside.
• Squeeze excess liquid out of the spinach and discard it.
• In a medium bowl, combine the spinach with Boursin cheese, jalapeno, crab meat, parmesan cheese, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep aside.
• Put the shrimp in a medium-sized bowl. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together. Keep aside.
• Stuff the salmon fillets with the crab mixture, and top with the seasoned shrimp. Transfer on the prepared baking sheet and pour the cajun butter over the salmon.
• Bake for 15-17 minutes or until salmon is cooked through, opaque in the center, and flakes easily with a fork.
• Serve with lemon wedges.
• Enjoy!

Serving Suggestions

• Asparagus,
• Steamed or grilled, with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
• Sautéed Green Beans
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes,
• Garlic Bread

Tips and Tricks

• Opt for fresh, wild-caught salmon without any spots or discoloration. The quality of the salmon is key to the dish’s flavor and texture. Freshness ensures the salmon is tender, juicy, and holds the stuffing well.
• The crab and shrimp stuffed salmon benefits from a generous amount of Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.