Description
Indulge in this rich and flavorful Cajun Lobster, Crab, and Salmon Alfredo, a creamy seafood pasta dish that combines succulent lobster, tender crab, and flaky salmon with a spicy Cajun twist. Perfectly cooked fettuccine is enveloped in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella, balanced with garlic and shallot aromatics. This dish is an impressive main course ideal for seafood lovers looking for a decadent yet accessible meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 8 ounces lobster tail meat, chopped
- 8 ounces lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 8 ounces salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into chunks
Sauce and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, plus more to taste
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta and Garnish
- 12 ounces fettuccine or low-carb pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside to keep warm.
- Sear the seafood: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salmon chunks and lobster, seasoning with half of the Cajun seasoning. Sear each side for 2–3 minutes until just cooked through.
- Add crab and finish seafood cooking: Stir in crab meat gently and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, ensuring all seafood is heated and combined. Remove the seafood from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and shallot. Sauté for about 2 minutes or until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, mixing until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Season the sauce: Add the remaining Cajun seasoning and adjust salt and pepper according to taste, stirring well to combine all flavors.
- Combine seafood and sauce: Return the cooked seafood to the skillet and gently fold into the Alfredo sauce to distribute evenly without breaking up the seafood.
- Toss pasta and finish cooking: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring gently to coat all strands thoroughly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and serve with optional lemon wedges for an added zesty brightness.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the Cajun seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to substitute shrimp for any of the seafood components if preferred.
- Use gluten-free or low-carb pasta to accommodate dietary preferences or restrictions.
