Name: Lump Crab Cake Stuffed Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: olive oil; 4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces; 8 ounces lump crab meat; 1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion; 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, plus more to sprinkle on the fish; 1/2 teaspoon garlic power; chopped fresh parsley; lemon wedges

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Enjoy a delicious stuffed salmon dish in just 30 minutes with this easy-to-make recipe! It's stuffed and even overstuffed with a flavorful crab cake filling and baked to perfection. Get ready to wow your family and friends with this unforgettable meal.

baked and stuffed salmon on a baking sheet.

why you'll love stuffed salmon

Are you looking for a seafood dish that is sure to impress? Overstuffed with a delicious crab cake filling, this oven baked salmon recipe is sure to do the trick!

This is the recipe I pull out to WOW my guests. And as an added bonus, I don't have to spend all day in the kitchen preparing it.

It's a flavor packed restaurant-quality seafood entrée without the expensive price tag. Plus, it only takes 30 minutes to make.

With my step-by-step instructions and video, you'll be making this delicious crab stuffed salmon in no time. Let's get cooking!

salmon, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, celery, onion, Old Bay seasoning.

gather the ingredients

olive oil
salmon fillets
lump crab meat
seasoned breadcrumbs
mayonnaise
onion
celery
Dijon mustard
Old Bay seasoning
garlic power
lemon wedges
chopped parsley

Scroll to the complete recipe for full quantities of the ingredients.

simple steps to make crab stuffed salmon

Place the salmon fillets on a greased baking sheet. Cut a silt down the middle to form a pocket for the crab stuffing.

4 salmon fillets with pockets cut in them.

Make the delicious and delicate tasting filling. Gently combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, onion, celery, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning and garlic powder. You still want some lumps of crab in the mixture.

Generously stuff the pocket of the salmon. Mound more of the crab mixture on top of the fish.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked.

Remove the salmon from the oven. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

suggestions and tips

To make stuffing the salmon easy, choose salmon fillets that are at least 2 inches thick and all the same size.
Stuffed salmon can be made in advance. Prep the salmon, make the crab mixture, and stuff the salmon. Cover it with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours. When ready to serve take the salmon out of the fridge, preheat the oven and bake. You may need to add a few minutes to the cooking time to account for the cold temperature of the fish.
Use your favorite fish in place of the salmon. Try halibut, cod, red snapper, flounder, swordfish or sea bass.

baked crab stuffed salmon with a bite on a fork.

what to serve with stuffed salmon

Oven baked and crab stuffed salmon is a luxurious dish. It only needs some simple side dishes to compliment it. Serve roasted Brussels sprouts, steamed broccoli or asparagus. Try rice pilaf, my crispy oven fries, or buttered noodles with Parmesan and garlic too.

more favorite seafood recipes to try

Sizzling Hibachi Shrimp and Vegetables

Blackened Tuna Bites with Sweet Pickle Dipping Sauce

Pecan Crusted Honey Mustard Sauce

Mussels Marinara

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