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Stuffed Shrimp

Irresistible Stuffed Shrimp for Your Next Holiday Feast

Discover the magic of Stuffed Shrimp, combining crab, spinach, and artichokes for a delicious appetizer perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp (16-20 count) Deveined and butterflied
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika For flavor
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Seafood seasoning
  • to taste Pepper
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Optional, claw or lump
  • 1 cup Spinach Well drained
  • 1 cup Artichokes Canned or fresh
  • 1 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Gluten-free optional
  • 1 cup Cheese (mozzarella/pepperjack) Any soft cheese is fine
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adjust for taste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Essential for brightness
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest For added flavor
For the Final Touch
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter For garlic butter sauce
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Optional
  • 1 tbsp Dried Herbs Adjust for taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crab Stuffed Shrimp
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, and pepper.
  3. Combine crab meat, spinach, artichokes, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, cheese, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and herbs in a large bowl.
  4. Stuff each shrimp with the filling and place on baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until shrimp are opaque and tops are golden.
  6. Melt butter with garlic and dill, and drizzle over shrimp before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2shrimpCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare stuffed shrimp a day ahead for enhanced flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.

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