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Stuffed Seafood Bread

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Golden, crusty bread bowls filled with a rich, creamy blend of shrimp, crab, cheese, and seasoning, baked until bubbly for the ultimate indulgent seafood experience.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 bread bowls
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

4 large round bread rolls or sourdough loaves

2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)

2 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

0.5 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped

0.5 lb crab meat (lump or claw)

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

0.5 cup chicken or seafood broth

0.25 cup cream cheese, softened

0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

0.25 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, for garnish

Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bread rolls or loaves and hollow out the centers, leaving a thick bread wall.
  2. Brush inside and outside of bread bowls with olive oil or melted butter. Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp and cook until pink. Stir in crab meat.
  5. Pour in cream and broth, mixing well. Add cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan; stir until smooth and creamy.
  6. Season with Old Bay, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  7. Spoon seafood filling into baked bread bowls. Top with extra mozzarella or Parmesan if desired.
  8. Bake for 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve with bread tops or extra crusty bread for dipping, plus lemon wedges for brightness.

Notes

  • Swap crab for lobster chunks for a luxurious twist.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and texture.
  • Use smoked salmon for a smoky variation.
  • Replace Old Bay with Cajun seasoning for more spice.
  • For a lighter version, use milk instead of cream and reduce the cheese.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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