Savory Shrimp & Crab Biscuit Melts Recipe
Savory Shrimp & Crab Biscuit Melts are a delightful blend of succulent shrimp and crab meat mixed with creamy mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs, all spooned onto fluffy biscuits and baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make appetizer or light meal combines rich seafood flavors with a crispy, cheesy biscuit base perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 biscuit melts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood Mixture
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup crab meat
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Biscuit Base
- 8 biscuits
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare Seafood Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp, crab meat, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, chopped fresh parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Slice Biscuits: Cut each biscuit in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom half, and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet with the cut sides facing up.
- Assemble Melts: Spoon the shrimp and crab mixture generously onto each biscuit half, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
- Bake Biscuits: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the seafood filling is hot and bubbly.
- Serve Warm: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving these delicious savory biscuit melts warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh parsley with dried parsley but reduce the quantity to 1 tablespoon.
- For an added kick, sprinkle a little cayenne pepper or hot sauce into the seafood mixture.
- Use pre-made or homemade biscuits depending on preference; flaky biscuits work best for this recipe.
- Ensure shrimp is peeled and deveined properly to avoid any tough texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
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