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Cajun Salmon Shrimp

Cajun Salmon Shrimp

Spice up your dinner with Cajun Salmon Shrimp, a creamy, flavorful dish ready in 35 minutes. Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests effortlessly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 4 fillets salmon (skinless) about 110 g each
  • 450 g raw jumbo shrimp peeled, deveined, tails on
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning divided
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • q.s. Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 2 skillets
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it shimmers.
  2. Sprinkle in the flour, Cajun seasoning, and paprika, whisking to form a smooth paste and cook for about a minute.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking continuously. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Season the salmon fillets with half of the Cajun seasoning. In a separate skillet, heat the remaining butter and oil over medium heat.
  5. Cook the salmon fillets for 3-4 minutes per side until opaque and flaky. Remove and keep warm.
  6. Season the shrimp with the rest of the Cajun seasoning. Cook in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
  7. Stir the Monterey Jack cheese and fresh spinach into the sauce, allowing the cheese to melt and the spinach to wilt.
  8. Fold in the cooked salmon and shrimp, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For substitutions, consider tilapia or cod for salmon; scallops or chunks of white fish can replace shrimp. For dairy-free options, try plant-based cream alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat on the stovetop for best texture.
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