Description
Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl is a culinary delight that brings together the comforting warmth of freshly baked bread and a rich, creamy seafood filling. Imagine a golden, crusty loaf cradling a savory mixture of succulent shrimp, tender crab meat, and smooth cream cheese. This dish not only serves as an impressive centerpiece for gatherings but also evokes memories of beachside feasts with each delicious bite. Perfect for family dinners or festive occasions, this stuffed bread bowl is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round loaf of sturdy bread (sourdough or ciabatta)
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cooked crab meat
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp dill seasoning (or fresh dill)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar mix)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the top off the loaf and hollow out the inside, leaving about an inch of bread.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, dill seasoning, salt, pepper, and half of the shredded cheese; mix until just blended.
- Fill the hollowed loaf generously with the seafood mixture and top with remaining shredded cheese.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the stuffed bread bowl (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use fresh seafood for optimal flavor. Experiment with different herbs like Old Bay seasoning for added depth. Serve immediately while warm for the best taste.