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