Gourmet Mozzarella and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon Fillets
A remarkable dish that combines creamy mozzarella, savory shrimp stuffing, and rich salmon for a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking the shrimp
For the Salmon
- 2 8 oz salmon fillets skin-side down for cooking
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and stir gently until fragrant.
- Add the raw shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp mixture with mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until uniform.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Stuff each salmon fillet generously with the shrimp and cheese mixture, reserving some for topping later.
- Season the fillets with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking
- Bake the stuffed fillets in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove from the oven and top each fillet with the reserved shrimp and cheese stuffing.
- Broil the fillets on high for an additional 5 minutes until the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh shrimp. Consider adding fresh herbs or red pepper flakes for variation. Serve with a drizzle of lemon juice or herbs on top.