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Cajun Shrimp Salmon Garlic Cream Sauce

Cajun Shrimp Salmon Garlic Cream Sauce

Cajun Shrimp Salmon Garlic Cream Sauce is your new go-to for a restaurant-quality, yet incredibly simple, weeknight dinner that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish delivers a decadent flavor combination that's both elegant and approachable, proving that delicious meals don't require hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Min 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning or more, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels. Season both generously with salt, pepper, and half of the Cajun seasoning.
    1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, 1 pound large shrimp, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon cubes for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the salmon and set aside.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Sauté minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper for about 1 minute until fragrant.
    1 tablespoon butter, 4 cloves garlic, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  4. Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits. Let simmer and reduce by about half (2-3 minutes).
    1/2 cup dry white wine
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the remaining Cajun seasoning. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
    1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Add chopped parsley, reserving a little for garnish. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
    1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  7. Add the seasoned shrimp to the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
    1 pound large shrimp
  8. Gently return the seared salmon to the skillet. Stir to coat and warm through for 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread. Garnish with reserved parsley.
    1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream if needed. Avoid microwaving.
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