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

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Indulge in a flavorful culinary experience with this Cajun Shrimp and Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce, paired with creamy mashed potatoes and vibrant green beans. This dish combines succulent shrimp and flaky salmon, seasoned with zesty Cajun spices that awaken your taste buds. The luscious garlic cream sauce envelops the seafood, enhancing every bite. Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings, this meal is easy to prepare and can be made in under an hour. Elevate your dining experience with this impressive yet comforting dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

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
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for seafood)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for sauce)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 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
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter (for mashed potatoes)
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for green beans)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for green beans)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare potatoes: Peel and cut into chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
  2. Mash: Drain potatoes, return to pot, and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
  3. Season seafood: Pat shrimp and salmon dry; season generously with Cajun seasoning.
  4. Cook shrimp: Sear in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side; remove from skillet.
  5. Cook salmon: Sear in the same skillet until cooked through (4-5 minutes per side); remove.
  6. Make sauce: Sauté minced garlic in butter, then add heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until thickened.
  7. Combine: Return shrimp and salmon to the sauce; heat together briefly.
  8. Cook green beans: Blanch in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then sauté briefly with garlic and butter.
  9. Serve: Plate mashed potatoes topped with seafood and drizzle the garlic cream sauce over it.

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