Southern garlic shrimp salmon (Print Version)

Savory salmon and shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce, spiced with paprika and cayenne, on a bed of white rice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 170 grams center-cut salmon fillet
02 - 170 grams large peeled and deveined shrimp

→ Rice

03 - 240 grams cooked long grain white rice

→ Fat and Oil

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

→ Sauce and Seasonings

06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 120 milliliters heavy cream (high fat content)
08 - 1 teaspoon paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
11 - 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
12 - Salt, to taste
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
14 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Rub the salmon fillet with salt, black pepper, paprika, and olive oil, ensuring the seasoning adheres evenly.
02 - Heat a pan to medium and place the salmon skin-side down. Sear undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
03 - Lower the pan heat and melt butter. Add the minced garlic and cook gently for about 2 minutes until fragrant and soft but not browned.
04 - Add shrimp to the pan. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried parsley. Cook for approximately 2 minutes per side until the shrimp is opaque and curls slightly. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Pour in heavy cream, stirring to deglaze the pan and incorporate browned bits. Add onion powder and cayenne pepper if using. Simmer gently over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens.
06 - Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, balancing creaminess with a bright citrus note.
07 - Serve warm cooked white rice on plates. Arrange seared salmon on top, add shrimp, and generously spoon the garlic cream sauce over. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Allow garlic to cook gently to avoid bitterness and enhance mellow flavor.
02 - Freshly squeezed lemon juice elevates the sauce with aromatic brightness.
03 - Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level or omit for mild taste.
04 - Leftovers last up to two days refrigerated; reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

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