Tasty Crab Stuffed Shrimp (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Shrimp
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2 lbs of shrimp (16-20 count), deveined and split open
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1 tbsp of olive oil
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2 teaspoons of smoked paprika
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1 tsp of Old Bay
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
→ For the Filling
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8 ounces of crab meat (lump or claw), optional
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1 cup chopped and well-drained cooked spinach
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6 ounces artichokes, chopped and strained
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1 cup mayonnaise (or substitute with sour cream or cream cheese)
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp Worcestershire
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1/2 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
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8 ounces of shredded cheese (mix mozzarella and pepper jack for best results)
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1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
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1 tsp mixed dried herbs
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1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon
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Grated zest of one lemon
→ For the Garlic Butter Dill Sauce
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1 tsp freshly chopped dill
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to heat up to 350°F (175°C).
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In a mixing bowl, toss the split-open shrimp with olive oil, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, Old Bay, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herbs, and black pepper. Make sure every shrimp gets evenly coated.
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Get a fresh bowl and combine the crab meat, spinach, artichokes, mayo, Dijon, Worcestershire, breadcrumbs, cheese, garlic, dried herbs, lemon juice, and zest. Stir everything until it’s mixed well.
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Lay the shrimp flat on a baking tray. Put some of the prepared mixture into each shrimp, pressing it gently to make it stay in place.
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Once ready, pop the stuffed shrimp into the oven. Let it cook for 15-20 minutes until the shrimp turn pink, and the filling on top develops a golden, bubbling crust.
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As the shrimp bake, whip up the sauce. Melt butter in a small pot over medium heat. Drop in the minced garlic and cook for a minute until it smells lovely (don’t let it brown). Stir in the fresh dill after taking it off the heat.
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Take the stuffed shrimp out, drizzle on the warm garlic dill sauce, and serve them up while hot. Perfect as a starter or main dish.
# Notes:
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These shrimp, stuffed with crab, make an impressive dish for celebrations or work just as well as a hearty meal with rice or noodles.
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If you don’t want to use crab, you can go for a spinach-artichoke filling instead!
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For a lighter twist, try swapping out the mayo with Greek yogurt or low-fat cream cheese.