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Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce

Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce Bliss

Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce is a vibrant dish with bold flavors and creamy texture, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Cajun Seasoned Seafood
  • 1 lb Cajun Shrimp Adds a spicy kick; can substitute with tilapia or scallops
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillets Offers flaky texture; may substitute with cod or marinated tofu
Garlic Cream Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh for best flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste, can add cayenne for extra spice
Sides
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes Can substitute with sweet potatoes
  • 1 lb Green Beans Other veggies like asparagus or Brussels sprouts work too

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot
  • masher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the shrimp and salmon under cold water. Pat dry and season with Cajun seasoning. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes until flaked easily.
  3. In the skillet, lower heat, add minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute, then pour in cream and additional seasoning. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Boil cubed potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain, mash with butter and cream, and season to taste.
  5. In another pan, sauté green beans in butter for 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
  6. Serve mashed potatoes topped with shrimp and salmon, drizzled with garlic cream sauce, and green beans on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze in bags for up to 2 months and reheat gently.

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