Grilled Salmon & Shrimp with Garlic Butter Sauce at home:
Ingredients
For the Salmon & Shrimp:
2 salmon fillets
8-10 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
3 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves (minced)
½ cup chicken or seafood broth
¼ cup heavy cream (optional for a creamy sauce)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp parsley (chopped)
For the Mashed Potatoes:
3 large potatoes (peeled and cubed)
2 tbsp butter
½ cup milk or heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Asparagus:
1 bunch asparagus
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper to taste
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Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
2. Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Asparagus
1. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
2. Grill or sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender. Set aside.
Step 3: Grill the Salmon & Shrimp
1. Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Rub salmon and shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
3. Grill salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
4. Add shrimp to the pan and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Step 4: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
1. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in broth and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and cream (if using). Let it thicken slightly.
Step 5: Assemble the Dish
1. Spoon mashed potatoes onto a plate.
2. Place grilled salmon and shrimp on top.
3. Drizzle with the garlic butter sauce.
4. Serve with roasted asparagus.
Enjoy your homemade gourmet meal! Let me know if you’d like variations or substitutions!