Elegant salmon fillets topped with a rich mixture of lump crabmeat, shrimp, and fresh herbs for a special occasion meal.
Ingredients
→ For the stuffed salmon
 4 salmon fillets (170-225g each), skin-on or skinless
 120g lump crabmeat, fresh or high-quality canned
 120g cooked shrimp, finely chopped
 30g plain or panko breadcrumbs
 28g unsalted butter, melted
 1 small shallot, minced
 1 clove garlic, minced
 15ml fresh lemon juice
 5g fresh parsley, chopped, plus extra for garnish
 2.5g Old Bay seasoning or seafood seasoning of choice
 Salt and black pepper to taste
→ For serving
 Fresh lemon wedges
 Steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes (optional sides)
Steps
Preheat your oven to 190°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Pat those beautiful salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels and season the flesh side generously with salt and black pepper – this creates the perfect flavor foundation.
In a mixing bowl, gently combine the lump crabmeat, chopped shrimp, breadcrumbs, melted butter, minced shallot, garlic, fresh lemon juice, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix just until everything comes together – you want to maintain those beautiful chunks of crab!
Arrange your salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared tray. Evenly distribute that gorgeous seafood mixture on top of each fillet, pressing gently to create a cohesive layer that will stay put during baking.
Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. For an extra-special golden crust on top, pop it under the broiler for just 1-2 minutes at the end – watch it carefully so it doesn’t burn!
Top with additional fresh chopped parsley for that beautiful pop of color and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing. Pair with your favorite sides like steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes for a restaurant-quality meal at home!
Tips
- This elegant dish combines the richness of salmon with the luxury of crab and shrimp – it’s like surf and turf but even better!
- Make sure your seafood is well-drained and patted dry before mixing to prevent the stuffing from becoming soggy during baking.
- Handle the crabmeat gently when mixing to keep those beautiful, delicate lumps intact – they’re the star of the show!
- This recipe is perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress dinner guests with something truly spectacular.
- The Old Bay seasoning adds that classic seafood flavor, but feel free to use your favorite seafood seasoning blend.
Required Tools
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Paper towels
- Sharp knife
Allergy Information
Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.
- Contains shellfish (crab, shrimp)
- Contains fish (salmon)
- Contains dairy (butter)
- May contain gluten (breadcrumbs)
Nutritional Information (per serving)
These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.
