Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp Recipe

Name: Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24- 8-10per lb. Unpeeled jumbo fresh shrimp; 6 c Water; 2 lg cloves garlic; 1 md Onion, finely chopped; 1/2 md Green pepper, finely chopped; 1/2 c Celery, finely chopped; 1/2 c Butter or margarine, melted- and divided; *1 lb imation crabmeat,chopped; 1 lg Egg, lightly beaten; 3/4 c Crushed Ritz crackers, or similar; 1/2 c Mayonaise; 1 tb Prepared mustard; 2 ts Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 ts Ground red pepper; Paprika

Servings: persons

24- 8-10per lb. Unpeeled jumbo fresh shrimp
6 c Water
2 lg cloves garlic
1 md Onion, finely chopped
1/2 md Green pepper, finely chopped
1/2 c Celery, finely chopped
1/2 c Butter or margarine, melted- and divided
*1 lb imation crabmeat,chopped
1 lg Egg, lightly beaten
3/4 c Crushed Ritz crackers, or similar
1/2 c Mayonaise
1 tb Prepared mustard
2 ts Worcestershire sauce
1/4 ts Ground red pepper
Paprika

1
Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact; cut a slit almost through back of shrimp, using a paring knife. Open shrimp, and flatten. Bring water to a boil. Add shrimp; cook 1 minute. Drain; place in a shallow pan. Cook onion, green pepper, and celery in 1/4 cup butter in a skillet, stirring often, until tender. Combine crabmeat and next 6 ingredients in a bowl, stirring gently. Stir in vegetable mixture. Top each shrimp with 3 tablespoons crabmeat mixture; sprinkle with paprika. Drizzle 1/4 cup butter over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 20 minutes. Broil 5 1/2 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially opened) 6 minutes, basting twice with pan drippings.
2
Place shrimp on a bed of fluffy Rice
3
*Real lump crabmeat may be used in place of imitation

995

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

152

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24- 8-10per lb. Unpeeled jumbo fresh shrimp, 6 c Water, 2 lg cloves garlic, 1 md Onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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