Description
Cajun Salmon and Shrimp is a vibrant dish bursting with bold flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Cajun country. This delightful meal combines tender salmon fillets and juicy shrimp, all enveloped in a creamy Cajun sauce enriched with Monterey Jack cheese and fresh spinach. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering with friends, this recipe is designed for simplicity without sacrificing flavor. In just about 35 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that your family will love, making it an ideal choice for busy cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup (238 g) heavy cream
- 1 cup (8 ounces / 240 g) chicken broth
- 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 cups (60 g) fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup (113 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- For the sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and whisk until smooth. Stir in 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of chicken broth; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Cook the seafood: Season the salmon fillets with 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in another skillet over medium-high heat, add the salmon, and cook for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Sauté shrimp and spinach: In the same skillet used for salmon, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the shrimp and cook until pink (about 3 minutes). Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Combine everything: Pour the sauce over sautéed shrimp and spinach, place the cooked salmon on top, sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and let it melt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg