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baked seafood dressing in a red casserole dish. The golden-brown dressing is garnished with shrimp, chopped tomatoes, and fresh parsley. A lemon wedge and a serving spoon are visible in the foreground.

Seafood Dressing Recipe Delicious & Easy Homemade Dish

By Nancy
Make the best seafood dressing recipe for your next meal! Full of fresh seafood, savory spices, and perfect for any festive occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Southern, American, Cajun
Servings 8
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh shrimp peeled and deveined .
  • 8 ounces lump crabmeat .
  • 1 pint fresh oysters .
  • 1 loaf day-old French bread or 6 cups cornbread cubes .
  • 1 medium onion.
  • 1 bell pepper diced.
  • 3 celery stalks chopped .
  • 3 cloves garlic minced.
  • 2 cups seafood stock or chicken stock.
  • ½ cup butter.
  • 2 large eggs beaten.
  • Seasonings: 2 teaspoons Old Bay 1 teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Base

  • Chop your veggies finely, sauté them in butter until softened. This layer sets the foundation of flavor

Step 2: Cook the Seafood

  • Lightly cook shrimp, crab, and oysters until just tender. Avoid overcooking—they’ll finish in the oven.

Step 3: Combine with Bread

  • Toss the seafood, veggies, and seasonings with your bread or cornbread. Add stock to moisten.

Step 4: Season Generously

  • Don’t hold back. Old Bay, thyme, parsley, and a touch of cayenne make this dish sing.

Step 5: Bake Until Golden

  • Transfer to a casserole dish, cover with foil for the first half, then uncover to crisp the top.

Notes

(Per Serving, Approximate)
  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 22g
  • Carbs: 28g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Sodium: 690mg
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