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Salmon New Orleans

Sweet and savory pan-seared salmon topped with sautéed shrimp in cajun butter sauce. Salmon New Orleans is an unforgettable 30 minute meal your family will crave!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 171 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 ounce salmon fillets
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and de-veined
  • 8 tablespoons butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons honey
Cajun Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

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  1. 1. In a small bowl stir together all cajun seasoning ingredients and set aside.2. Season salmon with salt and pepper to taste. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add honey and whisk to combine (mixture should be bubbly). Add salmon fillets to pan and cook for 5-6 minutes, then flip and cook another 7-8 minutes until salmon is cooked through, flaky, and browned. Transfer salmon to a platter and cover to keep warm.3. Add remaining butter to the pan over medium-high heat. Once butter is melted, stir in cajun seasoning. Add shrimp to pan and saute until opaque, about 5-6 minutes.4. Serve salmon topped with shrimp. Drizzle any extra pan sauce over the top and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Flavor tip: add a squeeze of fresh lime juice on top just before serving. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 171kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 290mg (97%) Sodium 1207mg (50%) Potassium 165mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 230IU (5%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 203mg (20%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171

% Daily Value*

Calories 171kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 290mg 97%
Sodium 1207mg 50%
Potassium 165mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 230IU 5%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 203mg 20%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.