Shrimp and Crab Lasagna — Creamy, Seafood-Packed Comfort Food

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If you’re craving something rich, indulgent, and totally irresistible, this Shrimp and Crab Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food! Layers of creamy béchamel sauce, juicy shrimp, tender crab meat, ricotta, and gooey mozzarella come together in a cozy baked dish that will wow your family and guests.

This seafood lasagna is perfect for holidays, special dinners, or anytime you want a hearty yet elegant meal. Think of it as your favorite lasagna — but with a luxurious seafood twist.

 Ingredients

For the Seafood Filling

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 250g (½ lb) shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped

  • 250g (½ lb) crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)

  • Juice of ½ lemon

For the Ricotta Cheese Mixture

  • 1½ cups ricotta cheese

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the White Sauce (Béchamel)

  • 4 tbsp butter

  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2½ cups warm whole milk

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan

  • Salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg

For the Lasagna Assembly

  • 9 lasagna noodles (cooked and drained, or no-boil)

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Extra parsley for garnish

 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Seafood Filling

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. Sauté garlic and onion until translucent.

  3. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until just pink.

  4. Stir in crab meat, lemon juice, Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.

Step 2: Make the White Sauce (Béchamel)

  1. In a saucepan, melt butter.

  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.

  3. Gradually whisk in warm milk until smooth.

  4. Simmer until thickened.

  5. Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Mix the Ricotta Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13″ baking dish.

  2. Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom.

  3. Layer 3 noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, half of the seafood filling, some béchamel, and ⅓ of the mozzarella.

  4. Repeat layers.

  5. Top with the last noodles, remaining béchamel, and mozzarella.

Step 5: Bake

  1. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

  2. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

  3. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with a fresh green salad and garlic bread.

  • Pair with a crisp white wine like Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay.

  • Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges for a fresh touch.

 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Creamy, cheesy, and indulgent
✅ Perfect for seafood lovers
✅ Great make-ahead dinner for parties and holidays
✅ A unique twist on classic lasagna

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