Name: Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 4 large shrimp (peeled and deveined); 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each); 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 1 cup heavy cream; 4 medium russet potatoes; 1 pound fresh green beans; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1/4 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 cup milk; 1/4 cup butter (for mashed potatoes); 2 tablespoons butter (for green beans); 2 cloves garlic (for green beans); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Description

Indulge in a culinary delight with this Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans. This vibrant dish combines succulent shrimp and flaky salmon fillets, both seasoned with bold Cajun spices and beautifully paired with a rich garlic cream sauce. Perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a comforting weeknight meal, this recipe balances indulgence with nutrition. The creamy texture of the sauce complements the seafood perfectly, while the mashed potatoes and fresh green beans provide satisfying sides. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to elevate your dining experience, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.

Ingredients

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4 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 cup heavy cream
4 medium russet potatoes
1 pound fresh green beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup butter (for mashed potatoes)
2 tablespoons butter (for green beans)
2 cloves garlic (for green beans)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Boil diced potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes).
Drain and mash potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
Season shrimp and salmon with Cajun seasoning; cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side in olive oil, then set aside.
Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes per side in the same skillet.
In the skillet, sauté garlic in butter, then add heavy cream, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; simmer until thickened.
Combine cooked seafood with sauce; serve over mashed potatoes alongside sautéed green beans.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 690
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 120mg