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Cajun Seafood Delight

Cajun Seafood Delight

Experience a true Cajun Seafood Delight with red snapper, shrimp, and creamy grits in a rich Cajun cream sauce. Perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets red snapper
  • 1/2 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • to taste salt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Whisk or Wooden Spoon
  • Tongs or Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and gradually stir in the stone-ground grits, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, and salt to taste, keeping warm.
  2. Season red snapper fillets and shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Cook the red snapper for 3-4 minutes on each side until flaky, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque, then set aside with the snapper.
  4. For the sauce, melt butter in the skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add chicken broth and simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning, cooking until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. To serve, spoon creamy grits onto a plate, top with red snapper and shrimp, and drizzle Cajun cream sauce over the top. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 32gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 225mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For added brightness, try incorporating lemon zest into the Cajun cream sauce.
Use fresh, quality seafood for the best flavor.
Adjust the spiciness of the dish according to your preference with Cajun seasoning.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat with a splash of cream for best results.
If freezing, store components separately to maintain texture. Consider undercooking the grits slightly before freezing.
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