Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl 🥖🦐🦀


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Bread Bowl Magic : The crusty bread serves as both a vessel and an edible treat—perfect for scooping up the decadent filling.
  2. Seafood Symphony : Packed with shrimp, crab, and scallops for a variety of textures and flavors.
  3. Creamy & Savory : A rich garlic-herb cream sauce ties everything together for a luscious, comforting bite.
  4. Customizable : Add your favorite seafood or toppings to make it your own.
  5. Crowd-Pleasing : A stunning centerpiece that’s perfect for sharing at gatherings or holidays.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Bread Bowl:

  • 1 large round sourdough or artisan bread loaf (about 8–10 inches in diameter)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter , melted

For the Seafood Filling:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion , finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken or seafood stock
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper , to taste
  • 1/2 lb shrimp , peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb lump crabmeat , picked over for shells
  • 1/2 lb scallops , patted dry
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley , chopped (plus extra for garnish)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Bread Bowl

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) .
  2. Using a serrated knife, carefully cut a circle around the top of the bread loaf and remove the center, leaving a 1-inch-thick “bowl.” Cut the removed bread into bite-sized cubes and set aside for dipping.
  3. Brush the inside and outside of the bread bowl with melted butter. Place it on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes to crisp it slightly. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3: Make the Cream Sauce

  1. Pour in the heavy cream and seafood stock, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Add the smoked paprika, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 4: Cook the Seafood



 

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