Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl
Crusty bread bowl loaded with creamy seafood, garlic, and bubbling cheese for a delicious, shareable comfort dish.
Preparation Time 15 min
Cooking Time 25 min
Overall Time 40 min
Created By: Lily Chen
Category: Party & Snacks
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American
Output: 4 Serves
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
→ Main Ingredients
- 01 1 large crusty bread bowl (sourdough or artisan round)
- 02 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 03 1/2 cup crab meat
- 04 1/2 cup scallops
→ Sauce Ingredients
- 05 2 tablespoons butter
- 06 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 07 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 08 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 09 2 ounces cream cheese
- 10 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 11 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 13 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 14 Salt and pepper to taste
Steps
Step 01
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Step 02
Cut the top off the bread bowl and hollow out the center. Toast the hollowed bread in the oven for 8–10 minutes.
Step 03
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and shallots until fragrant.
Step 04
Add shrimp and scallops, cook until just opaque. Stir in crab meat and heat through.
Step 05
Lower heat and pour in heavy cream. Add cream cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
Step 06
Stir in half of the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
Step 07
Spoon the seafood mixture into the toasted bread bowl. Top with remaining cheese.
Step 08
Bake the filled bread bowl for 12–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Step 09
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Tips
- If using frozen seafood, thaw and drain well before cooking to avoid excess moisture.
- For a spicier twist, add cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- The filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to bake.
Required Tools
- Oven
- Skillet
- Kitchen knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing spoon
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