Crabby Shrimp Garlic Bombs (Print)
Crispy bread stuffed with shrimp, cream cheese, and garlic. A delightful seafood treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Bread Base
01 -
1 loaf crusty Italian bread
02 -
¼ cup butter, melted
→ Seafood Filling
03 -
1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 cup cream cheese, softened
05 -
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Flavor Boosters
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
# Directions:
01 -
Chop shrimp into small, bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, mix the chopped shrimp with softened cream cheese, mozzarella, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
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Slice the Italian bread in half lengthwise and hollow out the center of each half, leaving a sturdy shell to hold the filling.
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Evenly spoon the shrimp mixture into both bread halves, pressing it gently to pack the filling firmly.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush the outer surface of the bread halves with melted butter, wrap each half in foil, and bake for 15 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy crust while keeping the filling creamy.
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Let the bread cool briefly before slicing into portions and serving warm.