Description
Delicious stuffed shrimp perfect for any occasion, featuring a flavorful filling that satisfies seafood cravings.
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 sour cream or cream cheese)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 8 oz cheese (such as mozzarella and pepperjack)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried herbs
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of lemon
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp fresh dill (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- In a bowl, season the deveined and butterflied shrimp with a mix of olive oil, smoked paprika, Old Bay, garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, and pepper.
- In another bowl, prepare the filling by combining crab meat (if using), cooked spinach, chopped artichokes, mayo, breadcrumbs, cheese, minced garlic, and dried herbs.
- Stuff each butterflied shrimp with the filling mixture.
- Bake the stuffed shrimp in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through.
- Serve topped with butter sauce for added flavor.
Notes
Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice for freshness. Customize the filling by adding your favorite ingredients.