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Garlic Butter Salmon & Shrimp

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This Garlic Butter Salmon & Shrimp is a zesty, flavor-packed seafood dinner made with pan-seared salmon, succulent shrimp, and a rich lemon garlic butter sauce. It’s an easy, one-pan recipe perfect for a weeknight meal or an elegant dinner at home.

Ingredients

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Main:

  • 1 salmon fillet (6–8 oz)

  • 8–10 large shrimp, peeled & deveined

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 1/4 cup chicken or seafood broth

  • Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the Seafood:

    • Pat salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels.

    • Season both with salt and pepper.

  • Sear the Salmon:

    • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

    • Place salmon skin-side down (or presentation side down) and cook for 4–5 minutes.

    • Flip and cook an additional 2–3 minutes or until golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  • Cook the Shrimp:

    • In the same pan, add a bit more oil if necessary.

    • Sauté shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred. Remove and set aside.

  • Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

    • Reduce heat to medium-low and melt butter in the pan.

    • Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

    • Stir in lemon juice, broth, and zest (if using). Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  • Finish & Serve:

    • Return salmon and shrimp to the pan. Spoon sauce over top and heat briefly.

    • Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use seafood broth for deeper flavor.

  • Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta for a hearty meal.

  • Add sautéed spinach or asparagus to the pan for a full one-skillet dinner.

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