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Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce

Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce Bliss

Experience a delightful Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce for an elevated dinner option that's both comforting and restaurant-quality.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound Shrimp substitute with frozen shrimp (thaw and pat dry)
  • 1 pound Salmon can be swapped with chicken or cod
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust spice level as needed
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can be substituted with half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
For the Sides
  • 2 pounds Russet Potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 tablespoons Butter for mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup Milk for mashed potatoes
  • 1 pound Green Beans can be replaced with other vegetables

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • large pot
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Begin by placing peeled and diced russet potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot. Add butter and milk, then mash until creamy, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and heat. Once shimmering, add seasoned shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Place salmon filets skin-side down and sear for about 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook another 4–5 minutes until flaky. Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes. Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and season. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return shrimp and salmon to the skillet, spooning the garlic cream sauce over them. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
  6. In a separate pot, boil water and cook green beans for 3–4 minutes until tender. Drain and sauté with garlic and red pepper flakes.
  7. To serve, place mashed potatoes on a plate, top with shrimp and salmon, drizzle sauce, and serve with green beans and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep seafood and sauce separate from mashed potatoes. For freezing, wrap separately and use within 2 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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