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Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans

Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans
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If you’re seeking a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings bold flavors and comforting textures to your table, this Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, paired with creamy mashed potatoes and fresh green beans, is the perfect choice. This recipe seamlessly blends succulent shrimp and flaky salmon in a rich garlic cream sauce, making it an unforgettable meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for sauce)
  • 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 sautéing green beans)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for green beans)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes), then mash with milk and butter.
  2. Season shrimp and salmon with Cajun seasoning. Sear shrimp in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side; remove. Cook salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side until flaky.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter, then add heavy cream, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; simmer until slightly thickened.
  4. Return shrimp and salmon to the sauce for a couple of minutes to absorb flavor.
  5. Boil green beans until tender-crisp (3-4 minutes), drain, then sauté in butter with minced garlic.

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