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Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Bake

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Enjoy Cajun salmon and shrimp bake with tender, flaky salmon, juicy shrimp, and buttery, garlicky spices for a quick, flavorful dinner.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Main Dish / Seafood
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Cajun / American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon dried thyme

½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 medium onion, sliced into wedges

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with foil for easy cleanup.

Make Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, melted butter, garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well.

Arrange Seafood: Place salmon fillets in the center of the baking dish. Nestle shrimp and onion wedges around the salmon.

Coat with Seasoning: Brush or spoon the seasoning mixture over all the seafood and onions for a glossy, flavorful coating.

Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and shrimp are pink and opaque.

Optional Broil: For a slightly crisp top, broil 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully.

Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: Serve with fluffy white rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad to soak up the buttery Cajun sauce.

Spice Level: Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less heat.

Make Ahead: Prepare seasoning mixture in advance; assemble just before baking for freshest results.

Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently in the oven.

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