It is very easy to prepare once you follow the instructions and it contains a lot of health benefits that are quite healthy for consumers. Regardless, take notes of the ingredients on how to prepare this crab-stuffed salmon.
4 salmon fillets, (each fillet should weigh about 5 to 6 ounces)
salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
8 ounces crab meat, drained well and finely chopped
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup diced bell peppers, (red, green, or yellow peppers)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 whole egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon old bay seasoning
2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
cooking spray, for topping
chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Heat up the oven to 425˚F (218˚C).
Strew a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the salmon fillets on top of parchment paper and spice it with pepper and salt.
Slice a ¼-inch-deep pocket in the middle of every salmon fillet. Keep in reserve.
In a mixing bowl add the cream cheese, chopped crab meat, bell peppers, garlic, egg, parsley, and lastly the old bay seasoning; mix and stir till it is totally blended.
Fill the salmon fillets with the prepared crabmeat stuffing.
Spread the breadcrumbs on top of the fillets and gently sprinkle the crests with cooking oil.
Bake for about 18 to 20 minutes or till the salmon is cooked thoroughly, and the internal temperature is about 130˚F (54˚C).