Crab Stuffed Shrimp

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Crab Stuffed Shrimp is such a fun seafood recipe. I like to make it in the summer when we're all in the mood for seaside-style meals. The best part is it's one of those elegant dishes that looks fancy but is actually quite easy to make. This is why I made this episode for you - to show you exactly how you can make a tray of these right in your own kitchen.

Shrimp and crab have lovely, light flavors and don't need too many additions to taste amazing, which keeps the preparation fairly simple. I like to use the classic Old Bay seasoning in this because it works so well with crab and it's a known seafood spice everyone enjoys. The rest of the flavoring comes from the butter soaked breadcrumbs - the hallmark of any delicious seafood dish!

If you're serving this to a crowd I recommend making them as close to the guests arrival as possible so you can serve them fresh out of the oven. Don't skip the broiling step at the very end. It toast the tops of the bread crumbs and gives everything an appealing golden brown hue.

This Crab Stuffed Shrimp dish is elegant enough for a dinner party and easy enough for a weeknight. No matter when you decide to make it before to have a light green salad on the side and glass of crisp white wine for the adults. Enjoy!

Crab Stuffed Shrimp

This is a great dish for seafood lovers. Shrimp and crab are combined to make a rich, buttery bite that works well as an appetizer or a main course. 

Makes 6-8 servings 

Ingredients 

Shrimp 

• 12–16 large shrimp (U-10 or U-12), peeled and deveined 

• Olive oil or melted butter 

• Salt & black pepper 

  
  

Crab Stuffing 

• 8 oz lump crab meat, picked over 

• ½ cup fresh breadcrumbs (or crushed Ritz crackers for a richer version) 

• 2 tbsp melted butter 

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise 

• 1 egg, lightly beaten 

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard 

• 1 tbsp lemon juice 

• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning 

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped 

• Optional: 1 tbsp grated Parmesan 

Instructions 

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. 

2. Butterfly shrimp by slicing along the back without cutting through. Arrange in a lightly greased baking dish. Season lightly with salt and pepper. 

3. In a bowl, gently mix the crab meat, breadcrumbs, butter, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay, parsley, and Parmesan (if using). Keep mixture loose — do not overmix. 

4. Spoon the crab mixture onto each butterflied shrimp, pressing lightly to mound. 

5. Drizzle shrimp lightly with olive oil or melted butter. Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, until shrimp are pink and stuffing is golden. 

6. Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra browning. 

Nikki Glekas is the owner of Nikki Glekas Events, a full-service catering and events company located in Stamford, CT.. To discuss further please contact team@nikkiglekascollective.com or call 203.658.8659.