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Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab

Decadent Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab Delight

Indulge in this Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab, featuring creamy layers and rich flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for creating a smooth roux.
  • 1/3 cup All-purpose Flour Thickens the béchamel sauce.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Adds richness and silky texture.
  • 1 cup Clam Juice Introduces briny seafood flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides subtle aromatic depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Provides depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Enhances warmth and flavor; optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Offers herbaceous notes.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Seafood Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 pound Shrimp (peeled, deveined) Fresh or thawed recommended.
  • 8 ounces Lump Crab Meat Fresh or high-quality canned.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Used as garnish.
For Assembly
  • 1 box Oven-Ready Lasagna Noodles Saves cooking time.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded) Creates a golden crust.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp and Crab
  1. Prepare the béchamel by melting butter, whisking in flour, then adding cream and clam juice until thickened. Stir in spices and cheese.
  2. Cook the seafood in olive oil, sautéing the onion, then adding shrimp, crab, and parsley, and remove from heat.
  3. Layer the lasagna starting with béchamel, noodles, seafood mixture, and mozzarella, repeating the layers.
  4. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
  5. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with parsley garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure even sauce distribution and allow resting time for clean slices.

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