Description
Creamy salmon and shrimp alfredo delights seafood enthusiasts with its rich, indulgent flavors. Pasta lovers will savor this Italian-inspired dish that combines tender seafood in a luxurious parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 salmon fillets (4–6 ounces each)
- 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Cheese:
- 6–8 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil fettuccine in salted water at medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes until perfectly al dente, then thoroughly drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature, quickly sauté minced garlic for 45-60 seconds until aromatic and lightly golden.
- Introduce salmon and shrimp into the pan, generously season with salt and pepper, then cook approximately 3-4 minutes per side until salmon becomes delicately flaky and shrimp turns vibrant pink.
- Remove seafood from pan, then immediately pour heavy cream into the same skillet, bringing to a gentle simmer over reduced heat.
- Gradually whisk Parmesan cheese into the cream, creating a velvety, smooth Alfredo sauce with consistent texture.
- Slice salmon into bite-sized chunks and return both salmon and shrimp to the creamy sauce, gently folding to ensure even coating.
- Transfer cooked fettuccine directly into the seafood-laden sauce, thoroughly tossing to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Finish the dish by incorporating fresh lemon juice and finely chopped parsley, stirring to blend flavors completely.
- Plate immediately, optionally garnishing with additional parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced presentation.
Notes
- Prevent Overcooking Seafood Watch the shrimp and salmon carefully to avoid tough, rubbery textures by cooking just until the shrimp turns pink and salmon becomes flaky.
- Create Dairy-Free Alternative Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream for a lactose-free version that maintains a rich, creamy consistency.
- Boost Flavor Experiment with adding white wine or a splash of lemon zest to the Alfredo sauce for enhanced depth and brightness.
- Ensure Perfectly Cooked Pasta Cook fettuccine precisely to al dente stage, as it will continue absorbing sauce after mixing, preventing potential mushiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 752
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg