Cajun Salmon Pasta with Roll Biscuits :
Ingredients:
For the Cajun Salmon:
2 salmon fillets (skinless, boneless)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
1 tbsp butter (for finishing)
For the Pasta:
8 oz penne pasta (or your preferred pasta)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper (to taste)
For the Biscuits:
1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (or homemade if preferred)
2 tbsp butter (melted)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:1. Prepare the Pasta:
Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the Cajun Salmon:
Season the salmon: Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook the salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned salmon fillets into the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Finish with butter: In the last minute of cooking, add 1 tbsp of butter to the pan and spoon it over the salmon fillets. Remove from heat and set aside. Once rested, slice the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
3. Make the Pasta Sauce:
Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add cream and seasoning: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
4. Combine the Pasta:
Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the creamy Cajun sauce.
Add salmon: Gently fold in the sliced Cajun salmon.
5. Prepare the Biscuits:
Bake the biscuits: Preheat the oven according to the instructions on the biscuit dough can. Arrange the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake as directed (usually 10-12 minutes).
Make garlic butter: While the biscuits bake, mix melted butter with garlic powder.
Brush with garlic butter: Once the biscuits are done baking, brush them with the garlic butter mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
6. Serve:
Plate the dish: Serve the Cajun salmon pasta on plates, accompanied by warm, buttery biscuits.