Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound of crab meat
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 lemon, sliced for garnish
For those looking for substitutions, you can swap the crab meat for a white fish like cod or haddock, and the breadcrumbs can be replaced with crushed crackers or even gluten-free crumbs if needed.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This temperature ensures the seafood is cooked through without drying out.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and beaten egg.
- Add in the chopped green onions, bell pepper, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into a greased baking dish, ensuring an even spread for uniform cooking.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top, which will help create a golden crust as it bakes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the seafood is cooked through.
- Remove from oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with lemon slices before serving to add a fresh, zesty finish.
Remember, just like the careful attention needed for mum’s crumbles, keep an eye on the oven towards the end of the cooking time to prevent over-browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
