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Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce

A delightful fusion of bold flavors and comforting creaminess that transports your taste buds straight to the heart of the South.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Proteins
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound salmon fillets
Seasoning and Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use good quality for the best flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
Sauce Components
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the shrimp and salmon fillets generously with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cooking
  1. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink. Once cooked, remove the shrimp and set aside.
  2. In that same skillet, add the salmon fillets and cook each side for about 4-5 minutes, or until they flake easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside as well.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return the shrimp and salmon to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated with the sauce.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

For added depth of flavor, let the shrimp and salmon marinate in the Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking. For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with non-dairy cream.

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