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Creamy Cajun Salmon Pasta with Garlic & Lemon

Creamy Cajun salmon pasta with garlic, lemon, and a spicy kick – a rich, comforting dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Servings 2
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless salmon fillets
  • 150 g pasta fettuccine, linguine, or penne work well
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 150 ml double cream
  • Zest and juice of half a lemon
  • Handful of spinach or chopped parsley optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan to serve (optional)

Instructions

  • Season the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning and a little salt. Heat a non-stick frying pan like this one over medium heat with olive oil, then sear the salmon for 3–4 minutes on each side. Use a fish spatula like this to turn the fillets gently. Once cooked through, set them aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring a saucepan like this one of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving a splash of the pasta water.
  • In the same frying pan, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the double cream, then add the zest and juice of half a lemon using a zester like this one. Simmer gently for a couple of minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Flake the salmon into chunks and return it to the pan along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  • Finish with black pepper, chopped parsley or spinach if using, and a grating of Parmesan.
Calories: 857kcal
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: fish, pasta, salmon, spice