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Baked Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp Recipe with Crabmeat

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This Baked Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp with Crabmeat recipe combines the sweet, succulent flavors of jumbo shrimp with a rich, savory crabmeat stuffing. The shrimp are perfectly baked, tender and juicy, with the crabmeat filling adding a deliciously creamy, flavorful twist. This dish makes an elegant appetizer or a sophisticated main course, perfect for special occasions, holiday dinners, or a family dinner. The stuffing is easy to prepare, combining tender crabmeat, breadcrumbs, and aromatic seasonings, all baked until golden brown. If you’re a fan of seafood, this dish will become a new favorite.

Ingredients

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Here’s what you’ll need to make Baked Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp with Crabmeat:

  • 12 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tails on
  • 1/2 pound lump crabmeat, drained and picked over
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or your favorite seafood seasoning)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Use a paring knife to make a small slit down the back of each shrimp to create a pocket for the stuffing. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. Season the Shrimp: Lightly season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Set aside.

Prepare the Crabmeat Stuffing:

  1. Mix the Stuffing: In a medium bowl, combine the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently fold the ingredients together, being careful not to break up the crabmeat too much. The mixture should be moist but firm enough to hold its shape.

Stuff the Shrimp:

  1. Stuff the Shrimp: Using a spoon, gently stuff each shrimp with the crabmeat mixture. Fill each shrimp generously but avoid overstuffing to ensure they bake evenly. Place the stuffed shrimp in the prepared baking dish, making sure they are arranged in a single layer.

Bake the Shrimp:

  1. Add Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the stuffed shrimp for added richness and flavor.
  2. Bake: Bake the shrimp in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the stuffing is golden and bubbly. The shrimp should turn pink and opaque, and the stuffing should be firm and slightly browned on top.

Serve:

  1. Serve and Garnish: Remove the shrimp from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.

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