Creamy Blackened Salmon with Shrimp

Ingredients

For the Blackened Salmon

• Salmon fillets
• 1–2 tbsp Cajun or blackened seasoning
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• Lemon wedges, for serving

For the Shrimp

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Salt & pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Creamy Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

1. Blacken the Salmon

1. Pat salmon dry with paper towels.
2. Season generously with Cajun/blackened seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Sear salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
5. Remove from the pan and set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp

1. In the same pan, add a little olive oil and minced garlic.
2. Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
3. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Creamy Sauce

1. Add butter to the pan and let it melt.
2. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Add paprika and mix well.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
5. Add Parmesan and whisk until smooth and creamy.
6. Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice if using.

4. Combine Everything

Add the blackened salmon and shrimp back into the skillet.

Spoon the sauce over the top and let everything simmer for 1 minute