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Recipes:
Cajun Shrimp and Fish Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients
For the Seafood:
1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 fish fillets (like cod or tilapia)
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce:
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
8 oz fettuccine or linguine
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Season and Sear the Seafood:
Pat the shrimp and fish fillets dry. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the fish for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Set aside.
Make the Alfredo Sauce:
In the skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add heavy cream and stir, bringing it to a simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Combine and Assemble:
Toss the cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce until well coated. Top with the seared shrimp and fish.
Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a pinch of paprika for extra flavor.
Enjoy this creamy and flavorful Cajun-inspired pasta dish!
