Shrimp Crab Biscuit Melts
A tasty and hearty dish combining seafood with the comfort of biscuits, perfect for casual meals or party appetizers.
Ingredients
Seafood Filling
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Make sure the shrimp are cooked properly.
- 1 cup crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning Can be substituted with a mix of paprika, celery salt, and black pepper.
Biscuit Base
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough Follow package instructions for baking.
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella) Sprinkle on top before baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven according to biscuit dough package instructions.
- In a bowl, mix together shrimp, crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out the biscuit dough and cut them into halves or use them whole.
- Place a scoop of the shrimp and crab mixture onto each biscuit piece.
Baking
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the biscuits are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results. Feel free to customize the filling with other spices or herbs.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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