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Cajun Salmon and Shrimp

Cajun Salmon and Shrimp is Cajun-seasoned, pan-fried seafood served in a slightly spicy Cajun cream sauce with Monterey Jack cheese and spinach. For a pop of color, garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley. Then, serve it with a side of mashed potatoes and a vegetable for a complete meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Keyword: Tuscan Salmon and Shrimp
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 867kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke--iamhomesteader.com

Ingredients

Cajun Cream Sauce

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup (238 g) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (8 ounces / 240 g) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (113 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups (60 g) fresh baby spinach

Seafood

  • 4 salmon fillets (4 ounces each), skin removed
  • 1 pound Jumbo shrimp, raw (thawed if frozen), peeled, deveined, tail on
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Cajun Cream Sauce

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Sprinkle the flour, Cajun seasoning, and paprika over the melted butter. Whisk to combine. Cook for 1 more minute.
  • Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking until combined.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and continue simmering for 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  • While the sauce is simmering, prepare the seafood.

Seafood

  • Season salmon fillets with half of the Cajun seasoning.
  • In a separate skillet over medium heat, add butter and oil.
  • Once melted, add salmon fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is cooked through. The internal temperature of fully cooked salmon is 145°F. Remove salmon from the pan and set aside on a plate, tented to keep warm.
  • Season the shrimp with the remaining Cajun seasoning and add them to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove the pan from heat and set aside while you finish the Cajun cream sauce.
  • To the sauce, add cheese and spinach. Stir to combine. Continue simmering until the cheese is melted and the spinach is wilted (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Add the salmon and shrimp to the sauce. Garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 867kcal