Crab-Stuffed Shrimp
High-Protein | Low-Carb | Diabetic-Friendly
Rich, flavorful, and perfect for dinner or meal prep — without blood sugar spikes.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Shrimp:
16 large shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Crab Filling:
8 oz lump crab meat (fresh or pasteurized, drained well)
2 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp finely chopped celery (optional for texture)
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp Old Bay seasoning (or paprika + pinch salt)
2 tbsp almond flour (low-carb binder)
Optional Topping:
1 tbsp melted butter
Extra parsley
Lemon wedges
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Shrimp
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Butterfly the shrimp: slice along the back (without cutting all the way through).
Pat dry and season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Arrange on a lined baking sheet.
2️⃣ Make the Crab Filling
In a bowl, gently combine:
Crab meat
Mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
Dijon mustard
Lemon juice
Garlic
Celery
Parmesan
Old Bay
Almond flour
Mix carefully — don’t break up the crab too much.
3️⃣ Stuff the Shrimp
Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of crab mixture onto each butterflied shrimp.
Press gently so it holds its shape.
4️⃣ Bake
Lightly drizzle or brush tops with olive oil or melted butter.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes for golden tops.
Internal shrimp temp should reach 120–125°F (49–52°C).
5️⃣ Finish
Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve with lemon wedges.
🍽 Serving Ideas (Low-Carb Pairings)
Steamed asparagus
Garlic sautéed spinach
Cauliflower mash
Zucchini noodles
Side salad with olive oil & lemon
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving – 4 stuffed shrimp)
Calories: ~280
Protein: 32–35g
Carbs: 3–4g
Fiber: 1g
Net Carbs: ~2–3g
Healthy Fats: 16g
✔ High protein
✔ Low carbohydrate
✔ No refined flour
✔ Blood sugar friendly
🔥 Pro Tips
Use fresh lump crab for best texture.
Avoid imitation crab (high in carbs).
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne.
Air fryer option: 370°F for 8–10 minutes.
