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Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cajun Salmon and Shrimp recipe offers a flavorful and spicy seafood dinner that is quick to prepare on the stovetop. Salmon fillets and large shrimp are seasoned with Cajun spices, seared to perfection in a hot skillet, and finished with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges, this dish is perfect for a hearty yet healthy main course.

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1/2 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Seasonings & Spices

  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (divided)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Oils & Fats

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Other Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Chopped parsley for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare seafood: Pat the salmon fillets and shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing and seasoning adherence.
  2. Season salmon: Rub each salmon fillet with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle half the Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika evenly over the fillets. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. Season shrimp: Toss the shrimp with the remaining olive oil and the other half of the Cajun seasoning, making sure each piece is coated.
  4. Sear salmon: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes until the skin is crisp. Flip and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Sauté garlic and cook shrimp: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
  6. Add lemon and toss: Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the shrimp, tossing to coat in the sauce.
  7. Serve: Serve the shrimp alongside or over the salmon. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges for added freshness and flavor.

Notes

  • Serve this dish with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables to make a complete meal.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce while seasoning.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cajun-salmon-and-shrimp-recipe/