Stuffed Shrimp Appetizers

Total Time

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 10 min.

Makes

20 appetizers

Updated: Oct. 20, 2022
“This wonderful low-fat treat is delicious, full of flavor, and its presentation makes it especially appetizing. We love it.” Shirley Leasock - Rockwood, Pennsylvania
Stuffed Shrimp Appetizers Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 20 uncooked large shrimp (about 1 pound)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Seafood cocktail sauce, optional

Directions

  1. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving the tails on. Butterfly each shrimp along the outside curve. Open shrimp flat and place butterflied-side down in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, lemon juice and seasonings. Stir in crab. Place 1 tablespoonful of mixture over each shrimp; sprinkle with cheese and paprika. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Serve warm, with cocktail sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 36 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.