Description
Cajun salmon pasta emerges as a spicy, creamy delight blending bold Louisiana flavors with rich seafood. Home cooks can savor this restaurant-quality meal that brings excitement to weeknight dinners without complex preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package guidelines, ensuring al dente texture. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Generously coat salmon fillets with robust Cajun seasoning, ensuring even coverage.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully sear salmon for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, achieving a crisp exterior. Transfer to a plate.
- Using the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Introduce minced garlic, sautéing until aromatic and lightly golden.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, incorporating paprika, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until sauce reaches a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Gently break salmon into rustic chunks using a fork, then delicately fold into the creamy sauce.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing thoroughly to ensure each strand is luxuriously coated with the Cajun-spiced cream sauce.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a vibrant finish. Serve immediately while piping hot, celebrating the harmonious blend of flavors.
Notes
- Use high-quality Cajun seasoning for an authentic, bold flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Consider using wild-caught salmon for richer taste and better nutritional value compared to farm-raised varieties.
- Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure crispy exterior and perfect sear when cooking in the skillet.
- Adjust cream sauce consistency by adding pasta water if too thick or simmering longer if too thin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 890 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 65 g
- Saturated Fat: 26 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 35 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg