Description
Delicious stuffed shrimp filled with a creamy, flavorful stuffing, perfect for festive occasions or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs 16-20 Shrimp (deveined and butterflied)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 8 oz lump or claw crab meat (optional)
- 1 cup cooked spinach (strained & chopped)
- 6 oz chopped artichokes (strained & chopped)
- 1 cup mayo (or substitute with sour cream or cream cheese)
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 8 oz cheese (a mix of mozzarella and pepper jack works well)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried herbs
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of lemon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp fresh dill (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, Old Bay, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper to season the shrimp.
- Mix the optional crab meat, spinach, artichokes, mayo, breadcrumbs, cheese, minced garlic, and dried herbs in a separate bowl for the filling.
- Fill each butterflied shrimp generously with the stuffing mixture.
- Place the stuffed shrimp in a baking dish and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Melt unsalted butter and mix in minced garlic, then drizzle over the baked shrimp before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, incorporate cooked bacon or fresh herbs into the stuffing. Serve with a fresh salad or side of roasted vegetables.
