Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of this Baked Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp recipe filled with savory crabmeat. Perfect for a special occasion or a luxurious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Jumbo Shrimp:
- 6 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper to taste
Crabmeat Stuffing:
- 1 cup lump crabmeat
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Season the jumbo shrimp with salt and pepper, then butterfly each shrimp, leaving the tail intact.
- Make the Stuffing: In a bowl, combine crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, parsley, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix well.
- Stuff the Shrimp: Fill each butterflied shrimp with the crabmeat stuffing.
- Add the Topping: Drizzle the shrimp with melted butter, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake: Place the stuffed shrimp in the prepared baking dish and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh chives before serving. Enjoy your Baked Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp!
Notes
- You can adjust the seasoning in the crabmeat stuffing to suit your taste preferences.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.
