Cajun Shrimp & Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce – Perfect for Seafood Lovers and Creamy Dish Enthusiasts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

For the Seafood:

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) – high in omega-3 fatty acids, perfect for healthy eating

½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined – ideal for quick and healthy seafood dinners

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning – adds bold flavors to your Cajun seafood recipes

2 tbsp olive oil – healthy cooking oil for pan-searing seafood

Salt and pepper to taste – essential seasoning for grilled salmon and shrimp dishes

For the Garlic Cream Sauce:

2 tbsp unsalted butter – adds richness to your creamy sauce recipes

3 garlic cloves, minced – for a flavorful garlic sauce

1 cup heavy cream – perfect for making rich creamy sauces

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese – adds depth to the sauce in creamy seafood dishes

1 tsp Cajun seasoning – for an extra kick of spice in your seafood sauce

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped – garnish for added color and flavor in seafood recipes

Instructions:

1. Season & Cook the Salmon:

Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. (This helps create a crispy salmon crust for extra texture.)

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (Olive oil is great for searing fish while keeping it healthy.)

Sear the salmon, skin-side down, for 4–5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp:

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.

Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. (Shrimp takes only minutes to cook, making it perfect for quick and easy seafood recipes.)

Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

3. Prepare the Garlic Cream Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. (Butter adds a rich, creamy base for the sauce.)

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. (Garlic brings out the best flavors in creamy seafood dishes.)

Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. (Heavy cream makes the sauce luxuriously smooth and rich.)

Add the Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened (about 2 minutes). (This step adds both creaminess and a spicy kick to your seafood sauce.)

4. Assemble & Serve:

Return the salmon and shrimp to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. (The creamy sauce enhances both the salmon fillets and shrimp for a delicious finish.)

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables. (This makes for a complete seafood dinner or healthy weeknight meal.)

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Storage Tips:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. This dish can also be a great option for meal prep or healthy lunch ideas.

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