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Creamed Spinach-Stuffed Salmon with Garlic Shrimp

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Tender salmon fillets stuffed with creamy spinach and topped with buttery garlic shrimp, creating a rich and elegant dish. Perfect for a flavorful, restaurant-quality meal at home.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 170–200 g each, skin removed)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 120 g cream cheese, softened
  • 60 ml heavy cream
  • 50 g grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 250 g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, then remove from heat.
  4. Mix in cream cheese, heavy cream, parmesan, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
  5. Slice each salmon fillet horizontally to form a pocket and fill with the spinach mixture.
  6. Place stuffed salmon in a baking dish and bake for 15–18 minutes until cooked through.
  7. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic briefly.
  8. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  9. Stir in lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  10. Top each salmon fillet with garlic shrimp and serve warm.

Notes

  • Drain frozen spinach well before using to avoid excess moisture.
  • Swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard for variation.
  • Add mozzarella for extra creaminess.
  • Include chili flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat gently in the oven to prevent drying out.

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