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Crab Stuffed Salmon

Crab Stuffed Salmon with Zesty Lemon Sauce for a Fresh Feast

A delightful Crab Stuffed Salmon recipe that blends juicy salmon with savory crab filling, topped with a zesty lemon sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 filets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 oz Salmon filets Choose skin-on filets for optimal flavor.
  • to taste Kosher salt Adjust to personal preference.
  • to taste Fresh cracked pepper Adds aromatic warmth.
  • to taste Old Bay seasoning Substitute with Cajun seasoning if needed.
For the Crab Stuffing
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Switch to regular breadcrumbs if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any type of milk works; non-dairy alternatives are great too.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder; substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt serves as a lighter alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Try nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Prepared horseradish Omit for a milder stuffing.
  • 2 tbsp Minced chives Feel free to use any herbs you have on hand.
  • 2 tbsp Flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 tbsp Dried minced onion Fresh onion can be used as a substitute.
  • 8 oz Lump crab Fresh crab meat delivers the best taste.
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter Swap with olive oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon zest Essential for brightening flavors.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Bottled lemon juice can work in a pinch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, soak the panko breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the beaten egg, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, soaked panko, horseradish, chives, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, dried onion, salt, and pepper. Fold in lump crab gently.
  4. Season salmon filets with kosher salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  5. Spoon crab filling onto each salmon filet, pressing gently to secure.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until flaky and opaque.
  7. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk gradually until thickened. Stir in parmesan, salt, lemon zest, and juice.
  8. Drizzle lemon sauce over baked salmon filets and garnish with chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh lemon wedges and sautéed vegetables for an impressive meal.

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