Cajun Crab Stuffed Salmon
Indulge in this elegant and healthy Cajun Crab Stuffed Salmon, featuring tender salmon fillets filled with a savory mixture of lump crab, Parmesan, and a kick of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce. Perfect for a special dinner!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Wire Rack
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 4 fillets raw salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each, center-cut)
- 8 ounces lump crab meat thoroughly drained
- 0.33 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.33 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic grated or minced
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest from 1 small lemon
- 2 teaspoons fresh chives chopped
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, chives, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, and half of the salt. Whisk everything together until it's smooth and well combined. Gently fold in the drained lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the crab too much. Set this delicious filling aside.
- Prepare your salmon fillets. For each piece, carefully cut a slit down the center, creating a pocket in the thickest part. Make sure not to cut all the way through to the bottom. Brush the salmon all over with a little olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining salt and black pepper.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top (this makes for easier cleanup and helps the salmon cook evenly). Place the prepared salmon fillets on the rack. Spoon a generous amount of the crab filling over each salmon fillet, making sure it's nestled nicely in the pocket you created.
- Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the salmon is flaky and cooked through. For moist, tender salmon, aim for an internal temperature of at least 120°F (49°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Serve immediately with an extra squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the top for a bright, zesty finish. Enjoy your elegant, healthy meal!
Notes
Serve immediately with an extra squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the top for a bright, zesty finish. Enjoy your elegant, healthy meal!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 567
Total Carbs: 3g
Fats: 38g
Protein: 53g
Calories: 567
Total Carbs: 3g
Fats: 38g
Protein: 53g
