Description
Cajun Salmon Pasta is a vibrant dish that perfectly combines the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with tender salmon and creamy pasta. This easy-to-make recipe offers a delightful blend of spices and textures, making it ideal for both cozy weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its rich sauce and flaky salmon, each bite transports you to the heart of New Orleans cuisine. Enjoy the warmth and satisfaction this dish brings, whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself after a long day.
Ingredients
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- 2 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping garlic and parsley.
- Season both sides of the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and flake into large chunks.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, fold in flaked salmon, and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg