Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (2024)

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Crab stuffed salmon stuffed with real lump crab meat! Tender, flaky, and flavorful salmon cooked to perfection in under 20 minutes!

Serve it with roasted baby potatoes and veggies for an easy weeknight meal.

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1 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

2 Ingredient Notes

3 How To Make

4 Top Tips For The Perfect Stuffed Salmon

5 Can I Use Another Type Of Fish?

6 Leftovers…

7 More Recipes You Might Enjoy

8 Crab Stuffed Salmon

8.1 Video

Stuffed salmon recipes usually require very little seasoning and can be a bit bland but not this recipe. It’s loaded with flavor! It’s also super easy to make. If you love crab as much as I do, you might enjoy these crab cakes and crab rangoons.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Although lump crab meat and salmon can be pricey, it is much more economical to make at home than ordering it at a restaurant.
  • If you’re on a budget, feel free to use imitation crab meat instead of lump crab meat.
  • You can omit the bread crumbs for a low-carb and keto-friendly meal.
  • It’s one of the most delicious salmon recipes you’ll ever try!

Ingredient Notes

  • Salmon – You may use fresh or frozen salmon, just make sure to thaw completely, if using frozen.
  • Crab – Although I highly recommend using lump crab meat for this recipe, feel free to use jumbo lump crab or imitation crab meat.
  • Mayonaisse – Use hellman’s mayo for best results.
  • Cream Cheese – Make sure it’s softened at room temperature. You can use mascarpone cheese instead if you wish.
  • Grain Mustard – Optional but adds great flavor.
  • Old Bay Seasoning – It’s very salty, so keep that in mind if you want to use more than the suggested amount.
  • Egg – Binds everything together.
  • Scallions – Can be substituted with shallots or the onions of your choice.
  • Bread Crumbs – Helps the crab meat filling hold its shape.

How To Make

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the egg, mayonnaise, cream cheese, grain mustard, lemon juice, old bay seasoning, and bread crumbs. Mix until well combined.
  3. Fold in the green onions, parsley, and lump crab meat gently, cover and chill for about an hour.
  4. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and slice the salmon fillets lengthwise down the center to create space for stuffing.
  5. Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and stuff the salmon fillets with the crabmeat filling.
  6. Grate some fresh parmesan cheese on top of the crab meat filling, sprinkle a little oregano and paprika, then bake for about 14 minutes or until fully cooked through.

Top Tips For The Perfect Stuffed Salmon

  • Make sure you don’t overcook the salmon otherwise it will become tough and dry. If you see white liquid oozing out of the salmon, it means the salmon is overcooked. Although the white liquid is perfectly safe to consume, keep in mind that the salmon may be on the drier side.
  • Season the salmon generously with salt and pepper on all sides before stuffing it.
  • Allow the salmon and crab meat to sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before baking. Cold salmon and crab meat will cook unevenly.

Can I Use Another Type Of Fish?

If you don’t care for salmon I highly recommend using cod or Chilean sea bass, my favorite! Red snapper, rainbow trout, and flounder are also great fish for this recipe.

Leftovers…

Have any leftovers? Keep crab stuffed salmon fillets in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave, oven, or air fryer.

More Recipes You Might Enjoy

  • Pan-seared salmon with lemon butter sauce
  • Spicy mustard salmon
  • Honey glazed salmon
  • Air Fryer Salmon Bites

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Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (6)

Crab Stuffed Salmon

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 14 minutes minutes

Total Time: 19 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 686kcal

Author: Julie Maestre

This classic Crab Stuffed Salmon recipe is straightforward and simple. It uses minimal spices and has the sweetness of the crab to bring out the flavors of the salmon. The mayo and cream cheese give it a silky texture to prevent it from drying out.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Salmon
  • 1 lb Lump Crab
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Cream Cheese
  • 2 tsp Grain Mustard
  • 1/2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1/2 Lemon
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 Green Onion
  • 1 tbsp Parsley
  • 1/4 cup Bread Crumbs
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Parmesan Cheese to taste
  • Pinch of Paprika
  • Pinch of Oregano

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, mayonnaise, cream cheese, grain mustard, lemon juice, old bay seasoning, and bread crumbs. Mix until well combined.

  • Fold in the green onions, parsley, and lump crab meat gently, cover and chill for about an hour.

  • Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and slice the salmon fillets lengthwise down the center to create space for stuffing.

  • Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and stuff the salmon fillets with the crabmeat filling.

  • Grate some fresh parmesan cheese on top of the crab meat filling, sprinkle a little oregano and paprika, then bake for about 14-15 minutes or until fully cooked through.

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Nutrition

Calories: 686kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 92g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 312mg | Sodium: 2252mg | Potassium: 1668mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 610IU | Vitamin C: 33.8mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 4.9mg

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  1. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (8)Jess Gicola says

    Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (9)
    Hi Julie,
    Making this for Christmas Eve dinner along with sauteed kale w/garlic and mushrooms and linguine with clam sauce, cant wait its going to be delicious. I’m going to look up some more of your recipes.

    Merry Christmas!!!!!!!

    Reply

  2. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (10)Aleneb says

    Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (11)
    In the oven now. So easy to make. Thanks!

    Reply

    • Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (12)SaDonna Henderson says

      Making now 🥰🥰🥰

      Reply

  3. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (13)Renee says

    This has been the base recipe for our Easter and Xmas menu for several years now. Only changes I made were to sometimes add a bit more cream cheese and mayo. I also can’t eat grains or dairy so regretfully omitted the parmesan and substituted almond flour for the breadcrumbs. Thank you for an awesome recipe that my family has enjoyed repeatedly!

    Reply

    • Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (14)Julie says

      This comment made my day Renee! Thank you so much for the kind words, so glad you guys enjoy this recipe.

      Reply

      • Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (15)Renee says

        Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (16)
        It’s almost time for Xmas dinner and I can’t wait to make your recipe again! I highly recommend to others for this busy time of year bc it’s SO easy, elegant and delicious!! Thanks for all you do, Julie!!

  4. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (17)Suzanne K says

    Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (18)
    This is really good! My whole family loves it!

    Reply

  5. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (19)Jen says

    5 Star recipe for fresh caught Strip bass !! Was tired of the same old grilled fish. This was as good as our favorite restaurant. I did double the cream cheese and mayo and added a bit more breadcrumbs. Oh and tiny bit of chopped roasted pepper mixed in if only for color .

    Reply

  6. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (20)Brian Savary says

    Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (21)
    Owesome!

    Reply

  7. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (22)Jaime says

    Very good recet I like so much

    Reply

  8. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (23)Gloria says

    Love this recipe! My husband is picky when it comes to my cooking but he gave me a high five and a two thumbs up! He’s asked that I fix it again real soon! By the way, I tied each end together to create a center pocket for my filing.

    Reply

    • Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (24)Julie says

      I’m thrilled you and your husband enjoyed this recipe so much! Thanks for stopping by 🙂

      Reply

  9. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (25)Sheba says

    Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (26)
    awesome recipe Julie 🙂 keep it up.

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    • Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (27)Julie says

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply

  10. Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (28)Karina Vargas says

    Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (29)
    I used this recipe and it was amazing !!! I didn’t use the mustard grans because I don’t like the mustard taste . I did what you said and also made crab cakes with the leftnover crabs !!!! Everyone loved it

    Reply

    • Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (30)Julie says

      So glad you and your family enjoyed this recipe Karina! Thanks for the feedback 🙂

      Reply

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Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie (2024)

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Crab Stuffed Salmon Recipe ( + Video) - Cooked by Julie? ›

Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, add butter or oil and the salmon fillets skin-side down. Heat to medium-high and cook for about 5 or 6 minutes. Gently use a wide spatula to flip the fish and cook skin-side up for 3 to 5 minutes or until done.

How to have salmon cooked? ›

Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, add butter or oil and the salmon fillets skin-side down. Heat to medium-high and cook for about 5 or 6 minutes. Gently use a wide spatula to flip the fish and cook skin-side up for 3 to 5 minutes or until done.

What is the most flavorful way to cook salmon? ›

Wrap your salmon in a parchment packet with aromatics, citrus, veggies, and a drizzle of olive oil. The steam trapped in the packet will infuse the fish with flavor and cook it gently, making it tender and juicy. Bonus: The parchment packets only take about 15 minutes at 425°F and the cleanup is minimal.

What not to do when cooking salmon? ›

5 Common Mistakes That We All Make When Cooking Salmon
  1. Not removing pin bones. Fact: Most salmon fillets have pin bones in them. ...
  2. Mistreating the skin. ...
  3. Using the wrong pan. ...
  4. Overcooking your fish. ...
  5. Reheating leftover salmon.
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What is the secret to the best salmon? ›

A dry brine gives you firmer, juicier fish fillets with kettle-chip-crisp skin. Credit... Gentl and Hyers for The New York Times.

How to cook salmon for best results? ›

Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering. Cook the salmon, without moving, skin side up, until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes. Carefully flip the fillets and reduce the heat to medium. Continue cooking until done to your liking, 4 to 5 minutes more.

Is it better to fry or bake salmon? ›

Unlike pan-frying or sautéing, oven-baking salmon requires little to no additional oil. The natural fats in the salmon help to keep the fish moist, and the dry heat of the oven helps to create a slight caramelized exterior without excessive oil.

Do you put oil on salmon before cooking? ›

Baked salmon is best when cooked at 425°F in the oven.

We recommend baking the salmon uncovered. Simply rub the fillets with a little oil, sprinkle them with salt and pepper, then place them in the roasting pan skin-side down before popping them in the oven.

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