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Cajun Salmon and Shrimp with Creamy Mashed Potatoes | Flavorful Surf and Turf Dinner Recipe

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Cajun Salmon and Shrimp with Creamy Mashed Potatoes is a restaurant-quality surf and turf meal featuring perfectly seasoned salmon, juicy shrimp, and rich, buttery mashed potatoes. Packed with bold Cajun spices and balanced by smooth, creamy potatoes, this comforting dish is perfect for family dinners, date nights, or special occasions.

Fresh salmon fillets and succulent shrimp are coated in a homemade Cajun seasoning blend, then pan-seared until beautifully golden with a tender, flaky texture. The smoky spices enhance the natural sweetness of the seafood while creating a deliciously crisp exterior.

Creamy mashed potatoes made with butter, heavy cream, and garlic provide the perfect accompaniment, offering a rich and velvety texture that pairs wonderfully with the spicy seafood. A drizzle of garlic butter over the salmon and shrimp adds even more flavor and richness.

Easy enough for a weeknight meal yet elegant enough for entertaining, Cajun Salmon and Shrimp with Creamy Mashed Potatoes is a satisfying dinner that delivers bold flavors, creamy comfort, and an impressive presentation.

Cooking Method

In a small bowl, combine all the Cajun seasoning ingredients. Pat the salmon and shrimp dry, then season both sides generously with the spice blend.
Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well.
Mash the potatoes with butter, heavy cream, milk, sautéed garlic (if using), salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
Spoon some of the garlic butter from the pan over the salmon for extra flavor.
Divide the creamy mashed potatoes between serving plates.
Place a salmon fillet beside the mashed potatoes and arrange the shrimp on top or alongside.
Drizzle with the remaining garlic butter from the skillet and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy.

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For the Salmon and Shrimp : Salmon fillets – 2 (about 6 oz / 170 g each) , Large shrimp – 12, peeled and deveined , Olive oil – 2 tablespoons , Butter – 2 tablespoons

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Garlic – 4 cloves, minced , Fresh lemon juice – 1 tablespoon , Fresh parsley – 2 tablespoons, chopped

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Cajun Seasoning : Paprika – 2 teaspoons , Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon , Onion powder – 1 teaspoon

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Dried oregano – 1 teaspoon , Dried thyme – 1 teaspoon , Cayenne pepper – ½ teaspoon (adjust to taste)

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Black pepper – ½ teaspoon , Salt – 1 teaspoon

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or the Creamy Mashed Potatoes : Russet potatoes – 2 pounds (900 g), peeled and cubed , Unsalted butter – 4 tablespoons , Heavy cream – ½ cup (120 ml) , Whole milk – ¼ cup (60 ml)