Broiled Stuffed Fish
Comments: Wash and dry fish.
On the thicker side, slit open with a sharp knife to make a pocket for the stuffing.
Cut three X through the skin on the other side.
Servings: 6
IngredientsPreparation
  • 6 fresh medium size fillets
  • 3 tablespoons [45 ml] melted butter
  • 3 tablespoons [45 ml] lemon juice
Stuffing
  • 4 tablespoons [60 ml] butter
  • 1/2 cup [125 ml] finely minced green onions
  • 1/2 cup [125 ml] finely minced celery
  • 1 tablespoon [15 ml] minced parsley
  • 1/2 cup [125 ml] shrimps, chopped
  • 1/2 cup [125 ml] crabmeat, small chunks
  • 1 cup [250 ml] fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon [5 ml] milk
  • Salt and pepper
  • Wash and dry fish fillets.
  • On the thicker side, slit open lengthwise to form a pouch for the stuffing.
  • Cut three X through the skin on the other side.
  • Prepare stuffing; stuff fish.
  • Arrange fish in a shallow baking dish.
  • Mix together melted butter and lemon juice; brush fish with mixture.
  • Broil 3 inches [8 cm] from heat until skin is brown and flesh is easily broken up with a fork.
Stuffing
  • In a large hevy frypan, melt butter; let bubble.
  • Sautee onions, celery and parsley until onions are translucent and lightly brown.
  • Add shrimps, crabmeat and breadcrumbs.
  • Mix well.
  • Pour egg/milk mixture; mix well.
  • Cook over low heat.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Take away from heat, cool just enough to be able to handle.
  • Divide mixture into 6 parts.