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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. Click to explore the full recipe and learn the secrets to creating this mouthwatering feast in your own kitchen!
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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.