Description
A delectable seafood dish featuring perfectly cooked salmon fillets and shrimp, smothered in a rich and creamy garlic sauce infused with Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and fresh lemon juice. This quick and easy recipe serves two, making it ideal for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 2 salmon fillets
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Season the Seafood: Season both the salmon fillets and shrimp evenly with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavors before cooking.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked and flaky. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook the Shrimp: In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside with the salmon.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Melt the butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly to a creamy consistency.
- Combine and Heat Through: Return the salmon and shrimp to the skillet, spoon the creamy garlic sauce over the seafood, and heat together for an additional 2 minutes to blend the flavors and warm the proteins thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and drizzle with lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately while hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure not to overcook the salmon or shrimp to maintain a tender, juicy texture.
- You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the sauce.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, but the texture will be slightly less rich.
- Parmesan cheese adds a salty depth to the sauce, so be cautious when adding additional salt.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread to complement the creamy sauce.
