Cajun Salmon and Shrimp

Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 10–12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges (for serving)
• Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Pat salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Coat salmon and shrimp evenly with the seasoning mixture.
5. If baking: place salmon and shrimp on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and shrimp are pink.
   • If pan-searing: cook salmon for 4–5 minutes per side and shrimp for 2 minutes per side until golden.
6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with parsley.

Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.