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To make a great Cajun shrimp recipe, you need fresh ingredients. The key players in this dish are shrimp and salmon. I use one pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined, and two salmon fillets, around six ounces each. Cajun seasoning is a must; you need two tablespoons for that spicy kick.

Cajun Shrimp & Salmon with Garlic Cream – A Spicy & Creamy Seafood Feast

Looking to elevate your dinner game? Dive into this incredible Cajun Shrimp & Salmon with Garlic Cream recipe that promises to impress at any meal! Infused with zesty Cajun seasoning and a luscious garlic cream sauce, this dish is both quick and delightful. Perfect for cozy nights or entertaining friends.
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Ingredients
  

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 teaspoon lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Season the Seafood: In a mixing bowl, sprinkle shrimp and salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

    Sear the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

      Cook the Salmon: In the same skillet, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and flaking easily. Remove and set aside with the shrimp.

        Make the Garlic Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

          Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring constantly. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

            Combine: Return the shrimp and salmon to the skillet, gently mixing them in the garlic cream sauce. Let cook together for an additional 2 minutes to warm through and infuse flavors.

              Serve: Remove from heat and transfer the seafood to a serving platter, drizzling with more garlic cream sauce.

                Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 2

                  - Presentation Tips: Serve the dish over a bed of rice or alongside garlic bread, garnished with chopped parsley for a pop of color. A lemon wedge can be placed on the side for extra zest.