Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb fresh crab meat (lump or claw)
- 1 package flaky biscuit dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Biscuits: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If making homemade biscuits, roll out dough and cut into rounds or squares. Bake until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
- Sauté the Seafood: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for a minute, then add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Gently fold in crab meat, green onions, and half the herbs. Add lemon zest and juice, season with salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- Assemble the Melts: Slice the baked biscuits in half and spoon the shrimp and crab mixture on the bottom half. Sprinkle with the remaining herbs and place the top half back on.
- Final Touch: Optionally, pop the filled biscuits back in the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve Warm: Let cool slightly before serving with a side salad or vegetable dish.
Notes
For substitutions, use frozen shrimp if fresh isn’t available. You can also replace crab with lobster or scallops.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Pescatarian