Preparing Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight

1. Gather Ingredients:

• Salmon fillets or salmon steaks
• Peeled and deveined shrimp
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Cayenne pepper
• Onion powder
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Cumin
• Olive oil (optional)
• Lemon wedges (for garnish)
• Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
• Cooked rice (optional)
• Side salad (optional)

2. Prepare the Fish:

• Pat the salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure spices adhere well.

3. Make the Cajun Seasoning:

• In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper based on desired spice level.

4. Season the Fish:

• Gently rub the Cajun seasoning mixture onto the salmon and shrimp. Make sure each piece is well-coated for even flavor.

5. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Use a rectangular baking dish to provide enough space for the fish.

6. Arrange the Fish:

• Place the salmon fillets and shrimp in the baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle with a little olive oil if desired.

7. Bake the Fish:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the shrimp are pink and opaque.
• Check halfway through baking to ensure even cooking and adjust if necessary.

8. Serve and Garnish:

• Once cooked, remove from the oven and garnish with lemon wedges, fresh parsley, or cilantro.
• Serve over cooked rice or with a side salad.

9. Enjoy:

• Dig into the delicious Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight, savoring the bold flavors and enjoying the meal with family or friends.

Tips for Success:

• For best results, don’t rinse the fish after seasoning.
• Overcooking can make the fish dry, so keep an eye on the timer and check for doneness.
• Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper in the seasoning mix.

Enjoy your flavorful Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight!

Salmon fillets or salmon steaks

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Ingredients

  

• Peeled and deveined shrimp
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Cayenne pepper
• Onion powder
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Cumin
• Olive oil optional
• Lemon wedges for garnish

Instructions

 

• Side salad (optional)
• Prepare the Fish:
• Pat the salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure spices adhere well.
• Make the Cajun Seasoning:
• In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper based on desired spice level.
• Season the Fish:
• Gently rub the Cajun seasoning mixture onto the salmon and shrimp. Make sure each piece is well-coated for even flavor.
• Preheat the Oven:
• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Use a rectangular baking dish to provide enough space for the fish.
• Arrange the Fish:
• Place the salmon fillets and shrimp in the baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle with a little olive oil if desired.
• Bake the Fish:
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the shrimp are pink and opaque.
• Check halfway through baking to ensure even cooking and adjust if necessary.
• Serve and Garnish:
• Once cooked, remove from the oven and garnish with lemon wedges, fresh parsley, or cilantro.
• Serve over cooked rice or with a side salad.
• Enjoy:
• Dig into the delicious Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight, savoring the bold flavors and enjoying the meal with family or friends.
• Tips for Success:
• For best results, don't rinse the fish after seasoning.
• Overcooking can make the fish dry, so keep an eye on the timer and check for doneness.
• Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper in the seasoning mix.
• Enjoy your flavorful Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight!