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Stuffed Shrimp

Irresistible Stuffed Shrimp: A Flavor-Packed Appetizer Delight

This stuffed shrimp recipe is a crowd-pleaser, featuring a savory filling of crab, spinach, and artichokes, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 16-20 pieces Shrimp Large, deveined, and butterflied
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning Optional but highly recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Substitutable with fresh herbs
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Optional, replace with other seafood for vegetarian adjustments
  • 1 cup Cooked Spinach Fresh spinach works if cooked and drained well
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Artichokes Can be exchanged with mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup Mayo Use sour cream or cream cheese for a creamier texture
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Omit if you prefer milder flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Optional but enhances overall taste
  • 1/2 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Panko can be used for extra crunchiness
  • 1/2 cup Cheese (Mozzarella & Pepperjack) Swap with melting varieties like cheddar or Gouda
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice & Zest Can be substituted with lime juice
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can use salted butter if preferred
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust based on your taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Can be replaced with parsley or omitted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the deveined and butterflied shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper.
  3. Combine crab meat, cooked spinach, chopped artichokes, mayo, breadcrumbs, mozzarella, pepperjack cheese, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and zest.
  4. Stuff each butterflied shrimp generously, placing them spaced apart on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake the stuffed shrimp for 20-25 minutes until shrimp are opaque and filling is golden brown.
  6. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant; stir in fresh dill.
  7. Serve the stuffed shrimp warm, drizzled with the garlic butter dill sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use large shrimp and don't overstuff for best results. Chill filling for enhanced flavors. Allow shrimp to cool slightly before serving.

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