Description
A quick and easy Cajun shrimp and salmon dinner featuring pan-seared seafood paired with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
- 2–3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels. Season both sides with Cajun seasoning and salt; let salmon sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and sear for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove salmon and tent with foil.
- In the same skillet, add unsalted butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 30–45 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add shrimp to the sauce and cook for 2–4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Rewarm the salmon in the skillet for 1–2 minutes and serve immediately, garnished with parsley.
Notes
For a lower-fat option, substitute half-and-half thickened with cornstarch. Adjust Cajun seasoning based on preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun