Description
Savor the smoky, spicy flavors of grilled blackened salmon and shrimp with a luscious cream sauce. This quick 30-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressive gatherings.
Ingredients
- For the Spice Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- For the Salmon and Shrimp:
- 2 tablespoons Neutral Flavored Oil
- 4 Salmon Fillets (6–8 oz each)
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 pound Large Raw Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- For the Cream Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup White Wine
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine kosher salt, Old Bay seasoning, dried thyme, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper with 2 tablespoons of neutral-flavored oil to create the spice mixture.
- Generously coat the salmon fillets with the spice mixture, ensuring each piece is well-covered. Let them rest for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat, adding the remaining oil. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until nicely blackened. Add lemon halves cut-side down during cooking.
- Carefully remove the salmon and lemon from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same hot skillet, add the shrimp, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes until lightly browned and tender. Remove and set the shrimp aside.
- Pour the white wine into the pan, scraping the bottom to release flavorful bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream to the pan and stir well. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through. Squeeze in juice from the charred lemon.
- Plate the blackened salmon and generously top with the creamy shrimp sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with the remaining lemon.
Notes
- Consider serving over a bed of wilted spinach or alongside your favorite grain for a complete meal.
- This recipe is versatile and can be adapted for dietary needs, such as gluten-free or dairy-free options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling and Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg