Description
Seafood Bake from a Chinese Buffet combines succulent shrimp, tender fish, and rich seasonings that bring restaurant-style comfort directly to your kitchen. Crispy edges, creamy center, and a medley of oceanic flavors make this dish a guaranteed crowd-pleaser your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 lb imitation crab meat, chopped
- 0.5 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
Seasonings:
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F, ensuring the rack sits in the center position for even heating.
- Blend 8 oz softened cream cheese, ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup cheddar cheese, ¼ cup Parmesan, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until completely smooth.
- Carefully incorporate 1 lb chopped imitation crab and ½ lb cooked shrimp into the creamy mixture, ensuring every piece gets thoroughly coated.
- Spread the seafood blend evenly into a 9×9-inch or 8×8-inch baking dish, creating a consistent layer.
- Place the dish in the preheated 375°F oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the surface turns golden and bubbles form around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bake to rest for 5 minutes, helping the ingredients settle and flavors meld.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions or parsley across the top for a vibrant, aromatic finish before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for the smoothest, lump-free mixture that blends perfectly with other ingredients.
- Choose high-quality imitation crab and pre-cooked shrimp to ensure consistent flavor and texture throughout the seafood bake.
- For a lower-carb option, serve this bake with cucumber slices or lettuce wraps instead of crackers or bread.
- To make the dish more authentic, sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds on top before serving for added crunch and traditional Chinese-inspired flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg