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Blackened Salmon

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A delicious blackened salmon dish with a crispy exterior, creamy garlic sauce, and juicy shrimp, perfect for a quick and gourmet meal.


Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for salmon)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for shrimp)
  • 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear the salmon fillets in a hot pan for 3–4 minutes per side until crispy outside and flaky inside.
  3. In the same pan, heat olive oil and season shrimp with Cajun seasoning. Sauté until shrimp turns pink and juicy.
  4. In a separate saucepan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, stirring in parmesan until thick and creamy.
  6. Plate the salmon, spoon over the creamy garlic spinach, and top with sautéed shrimp.
  7. Spoon extra sauce around the base and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use high-quality salmon and fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning and spice levels to your preference.