Main
Creamy Cajun Salmon & Shrimp Pasta
45 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€€
C
45 min
45 minCreamy Cajun Salmon & Shrimp Pasta
what you need
Ingredients
salmon fillets (patted dry)Fish4 pieces
roasted garlic algae oil (for the salmon)Pantry7.5 ml
garlic powder (for the salmon)Spices1 g
Old Bay seasoning (for the salmon)Spices1 g- Cajun seasoning (for the salmon)Spices1 g
oregano (for the salmon)Spices1 g
paprika (for the salmon)Spices1 g- cayenne powder (for the salmon, adjust to taste)Spices1 g
salt (to taste)Spices2 g
black pepper (to taste)Spices1 g- avocado oil (for cooking)Pantry15 ml
butter (for cooking the salmon)Dairy15 g
shrimp (peeled and deveined)Fish227 g- roasted garlic algae oil (for the shrimp)Pantry5 ml
- Cajun seasoning (for the shrimp)Spices1 g
- garlic powder (for the shrimp)Spices1 g
- Old Bay seasoning (for the shrimp)Spices1 g
- salt (to taste, for the shrimp)Spices1 g
- black pepper (to taste, for the shrimp)Spices1 g
fettuccine pastaGrains400 g
heavy creamDairy360 ml- unsalted butter (for the sauce)Dairy56 g
- chicken bone brothPantry45 ml
lemon (juiced)Produce0.5 pieces
yellow onion (small, diced)Produce1 piece- red bell pepper (diced)Produce0.5 pieces
- baby spinachProduce60 g
garlic (cloves, minced)Produce6 pieces
tomato pastePantry30 g- Parmesan cheese (shredded)Dairy90 g
- mozzarella cheeseDairy50 g
- Cajun seasoning (for the sauce)Spices2 g
- red pepper flakes (for the sauce)Spices1 g
- garlic powder (for the sauce)Spices1 g
- oregano (for the sauce)Spices1 g
- cayenne powder (for the sauce)Spices1 g
- salt (to taste, for the sauce)Spices2 g
- black pepper (to taste, for the sauce)Spices1 g
parsley (chopped, for garnish)Produce10 g- red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)Spices1 g
per serving
Nutrition
909kcal
- Carbs
- 85 g
- Proteins
- 44 g
- Fat
- 44 g
what you’ll use
Tools
Frying pan
Stockpot
Mixing bowl
Colander
Tongs
step by step
Method
- Step 1
Season the shrimp
- In a medium bowl, drizzle the shrimp with oil.
- Add the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, Old Bay, salt and pepper, then toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Set aside.
- Step 2
Season the salmon
- Pat the salmon fillets dry.
- Rub each fillet with roasted garlic oil.
- Season with paprika, garlic powder, oregano, Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, cayenne, salt and black pepper.
- Step 3
Sear the salmon
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the avocado oil and butter.
- Place the salmon in the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through, basting with the butter and pan drippings.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 4
Cook the shrimp
- In the same skillet, add the seasoned shrimp.
- Cook until pink, opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 5
Boil the pasta
- Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and salt it heavily.
- Cook the pasta until al dente.
- Reserve at least 60 ml pasta water, then drain.
- Step 6
Sauté the vegetables
- In the same skillet used for the salmon and shrimp, add the diced onion and bell pepper.
- Sauté over medium heat until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Step 7
Build the sauce base
- Stir in the tomato paste until fully incorporated.
- Add the Cajun seasoning, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, salt and pepper, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
- Deglaze the skillet with the bone broth, scraping up the browned bits, and stir until well combined.
- Step 8
Make it creamy
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Squeeze in the lemon juice and mix until well combined.
- Add the Parmesan, mozzarella and reserved pasta water, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Step 9
Combine and serve
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until every piece is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Return the salmon and shrimp to the skillet and gently combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, extra grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
most cooked first