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Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms

Plump mushroom caps filled with Cajun-seasoned shrimp, crabmeat, and cream cheese baked until golden and bubbling.

40 minMediumServes 6240 cal/serving

CajunAppetizerOven and StovetopStandardLow CarbNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 24 oz cremini mushrooms, stems removed
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 lb peeled raw shrimp, chopped
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 4 oz lump crabmeat, drained
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp green onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and grease a baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Arrange 24 oz stems removed cremini mushrooms hollow-side up on the baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add 1/4 cup finely diced green bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced celery, and 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 1/2 lb chopped peeled raw shrimp and 1 tsp Cajun seasoning to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until pink and internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.

  5. 5

    Remove skillet from heat and mix in 4 oz drained lump crabmeat, 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, and 2 tbsp sliced green onion.

  6. 6

    Spoon seafood mixture into cremini mushrooms and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until bubbling and golden.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms at?

For Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 20 minutes, in step 6. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of panko in Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms?

The entry for Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms calls for 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs. In its place: Coarse dry breadcrumbs, crushed cornflakes or crushed crackers all work. Fine breadcrumbs coat more densely, so use a little less.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms uses 1/2 lb peeled raw shrimp, chopped.

Can I make Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (2 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 oz cream cheese, softened, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free appetizer collection instead.

How many calories are in Cajun Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 240 calories, with 12 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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