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Cajun Honey Salmon

Cajun Honey Salmon

Discover how Cajun Honey Salmon transforms your dinner game with bold flavors and creamy linguine in this quick 30-minute recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Toss salmon pieces with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add salmon bites, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add honey, and stir until it bubbles and thickens.
  4. Return cooked salmon to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with the honey butter sauce.
  5. Cook linguine in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, then drain.
  6. In another skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened, then stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until melted.
  8. Toss cooked linguine in the creamy sauce, then fold in Cajun honey butter salmon bites and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 32gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes into the creamy sauce for subtle heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to maintain the creamy texture. Consider substituting protein with shrimp or chicken, or use gluten-free pasta if needed. Adjust the Cajun spice level to suit personal taste, especially for kids.
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