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Creamy Cajun Salmon & Shrimp Plate

A festive dish that combines crispy salmon and juicy shrimp served on creamy mashed potatoes, featuring a rich and flavorful Cajun sauce with vibrant vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Seafood
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 large large potatoes, peeled
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream For a creamier texture
For the Seafood
  • 2 fillets salmon fillets Look for firm salmon
  • 12 large large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for sauce)
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese Grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup green beans
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
Seasoning & Garnish
  • Salt Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes Red pepper flakes (optional) For added spice
  • Fresh parsley Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparing the Potatoes
  1. Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
Seasoning the Seafood
  1. Coat the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cooking the Seafood
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets skin-side down for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden.
  2. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Cook in the same skillet for 2–3 minutes until golden.
Sautéing the Vegetables
  1. Sauté broccoli, green beans, and zucchini in olive oil until vibrant. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Add cream and parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens.
Assembling the Plate
  1. Serve mashed potatoes in the center of the plate, topped with shrimp and salmon. Spoon the creamy vegetables around the dish.
  2. Drizzle extra sauce on top and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately in the fridge. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.