Cajun Salmon with Garlic Mashed Potatoes  Shrimp-Broccoli

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For the Cajun Salmon:

2 salmon fillets

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

Salt, to taste

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

3 medium potatoes, peeled & cubed

2 tbsp butter

¼ cup milk (more if needed)

1 clove garlic, minced

Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Pepper Gravy:

1 tbsp butter

1 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 cup milk

½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Shrimp-Broccoli Sauté:

1 cup broccoli florets

8–10 medium shrimp, peeled & deveined

1 tsp olive oil

½ tsp paprika

Salt & pepper, to taste

 

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1️⃣ Make the Mashed Potatoes – Boil potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain, mash with butter, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.

2️⃣ Cook the Cajun Salmon – Pat salmon dry, coat with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Pan-sear over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.

3️⃣ Prepare the Gravy – Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in milk while whisking until thickened. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Pour over mashed potatoes.

4️⃣ Make the Shrimp-Broccoli Sauté – Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add broccoli and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp turn pink and broccoli is tender.

5️⃣ Assemble the Plate – Arrange salmon, mashed potatoes with gravy, and shrimp-broccoli sauté on a plate. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: ~620 kcal per serving
Servings: 2