Microwave Stuffed Shrimp Recipe

Name: Microwave Stuffed Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 each shrimp raw, about 1/2 pounds, shelled, jumbo; 2 tablespoons butter; 6 1/2 ounces crab meat canned, drained and cartilage removed; 2 tablespoons bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves snipped; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 x paprika optional; 1 wedges lemon optional

Servings: persons

9 each shrimp raw, about 1/2 pounds, shelled, jumbo
2 tablespoons butter
6 1/2 ounces crab meat canned, drained and cartilage removed
2 tablespoons bread crumbs
2 tablespoons parsley leaves snipped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 x paprika optional
1 wedges lemon optional

1
To butterfly and devein shrimp, make a cut down middle of back from tail to thick end, cutting almost all the way through.
2
With point of knife, loosen and remove vein.
3
Arrange shrimp, cut side up, on microwave rack, tails toward the center.
4
Spread, cut side open.
5
Place butter in medium mixing bowl.
6
Microwave on high for 30 to 45 seconds or until butter melts.
7
Stir in crab meat, bread crumbs, parsley, lemon juice, cayenne and salt.
8
Divide stuffing evenly on top of shrimp.
9
Cover with wax paper.
10
Place microwave rack in oven.
11
Reduce powder to medium (50%).
12
Microwave for 5 to 7 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.
13
Garnish with paprika and lemon wedges.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 each shrimp raw, about 1/2 pounds, shelled, jumbo, 2 tablespoons butter, 6 1/2 ounces crab meat canned, drained and cartilage removed, 2 tablespoons bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Microwave 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.

Microwave Stuffed Shrimp

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