Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl
This Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl is a decadent and delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion. Filled with a creamy blend of shrimp, lump crab meat, and a variety of flavorful cheeses and spices, it’s sure to be the star of your next gathering. Serve it with the reserved bread pieces, crackers, or veggies for dipping!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Bread Bowl
- 1 large sourdough bread bowl
Seafood Filling
- 1/2 lb cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Hollow out the sourdough bread bowl, leaving a sturdy shell. Set aside the removed bread pieces for dipping.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped cooked shrimp and lump crab meat, ensuring the seafood is evenly distributed.
- Spoon the seafood mixture into the hollowed-out bread bowl, packing it evenly.
- Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with the reserved bread pieces, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different seafood options like scallops or lobster for an extra indulgent twist!