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Easy Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce (Weeknight Luxury)

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Tender Cajun-seasoned shrimp and salmon in a rich, garlicky cream sauce—perfect for a luxurious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1 lb (450 g) salmon fillets, skin removed

  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) Cajun seasoning

  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) smoked paprika

  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) salt

  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream

  • 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons (8 g) chopped fresh parsley

  • Optional: pasta, rice, or vegetables for serving

Instructions

  • Season shrimp and salmon with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  • Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side; remove from skillet.

  • Melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream and Parmesan; simmer.

  • Add shrimp; cook until pink.

  • Return salmon, spoon sauce over fillets.

  • Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Serve over pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Notes

Adjust Cajun seasoning for desired spice. For lighter meals, use half-and-half instead of cream and serve with vegetables.

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