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CAJUN SHRIMP AND SALMON WITH GARLIC CREAM SAUCE, MASHED POTATOES, AND GREEN BEANS

Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce Blissful Dinner

Enjoy Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound Shrimp Substitute with chicken breast, scallops, or tofu for dietary preferences.
  • 1 pound Salmon Can be swapped with tilapia or cod for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Add more or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
For the Garlic Cream Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Replace with olive oil for a lighter alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter version.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh thyme works best.
For the Sides
  • 2 pounds Mashed Potatoes Substitute with sweet potatoes for a twist.
  • 1 pound Green Beans Consider sautéed mushrooms or roasted bell peppers for variety.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pot
  • potato masher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat dry the shrimp and salmon fillets with paper towels and season them generously with Cajun seasoning. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
  3. Add another tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it flakes easily.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream, add thyme, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. While the sauce simmers, boil chopped potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  6. Mash the drained potatoes with butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  7. Blanch green beans in salted boiling water for 3 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath and drain.
  8. Sauté blanched green beans in a skillet with butter for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  9. To serve, create a base of creamy mashed potatoes, layer sautéed green beans, crispy salmon, and succulent shrimp, then drizzle with garlic cream sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasonings to your taste.

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