Indulge your taste buds with this mouthwatering crab and shrimp delight. This recipe combines succulent crab meat and juicy shrimp with a blend of flavorful herbs and spices. The dish is perfectly complemented by a creamy sauce and a side of crispy vegetables. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a seafood feast, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Mixed salad greens and lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, shrimp, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, parsley, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Grease a baking dish with butter and transfer the seafood mixture into it. Press down gently to form an even layer.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle this mixture over the top of the seafood.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the crab and shrimp delight over a bed of mixed salad greens, garnished with lemon wedges.
Interesting Facts
Crab meat is an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients such as vitamin B12 and selenium.
Shrimp is low in calories and high in protein, making it a healthy choice for seafood lovers.
Old Bay seasoning is a popular blend of herbs and spices that originated in Maryland and is commonly used to season seafood dishes.