🍤 Cajun Red Salmon & Shrimp over Creamy Grits 🍤

Savor the bold flavors of the South! This dish combines succulent seafood, comforting grits, and a creamy Cajun sauce that's perfect for any family dinner or special occasion.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

For the Grits:
- 4 cups chicken broth or water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Seafood:
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 Red salmon fillet
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

For the Cajun Cream Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Prepare the Grits: In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits and reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring frequently, until grits are thick and creamy, about 20-25 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, butter, and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.

2. Cook the Seafood: While grits are cooking, season the salmon fillet and shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until opaque. Remove and keep warm.

3. Make the Cajun Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add heavy cream and Cajun seasoning, and continue to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

4. Assemble the Dish: Spoon the creamy grits onto plates. Top with cooked salmon and shrimp. Drizzle with Cajun cream sauce, and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 550 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 38g
- Fat: 28g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the Cajun cream sauce while cooking.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and add to the sauce, stirring until thickened.

⏳ Preparation Time 🕰️

- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Serving: 4