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Shrimp Stuffed Salmon: A Flavorful Seafood Delight
Youssef Hb

Shrimp Stuffed Salmon: A Flavorful Seafood Delight

Flaky salmon fillets stuffed with a savory shrimp and garlic mixture, baked to perfection. This Mediterranean-inspired dish offers hassle-free elegance with robust seafood flavors and minimal preparation, ideal for weeknight dinners or festive occasions. The creamy filling balances the richness of the fish for a sophisticated yet approachable dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets (skinless)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp cherries (fresh or dried, pitted)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish skin-side down
  3. In a bowl, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant
  4. Add chopped shrimp and cook until no longer translucent
  5. Fold in cherries and set stuffed mixture aside
  6. Spoon shrimp filling evenly into salmon fillets
  7. Drizzle remaining olive oil over the top
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until salmon is flaky and golden

Notes

Adjust cherry quantity for tartness contrast
Substitute shrimp with scallops or add a swirl of pesto for variation
Cherries can be skipped if desired
Serve with lemon wedges or roasted vegetables