Description
Creamy Alfredo Pasta with Salmon & Shrimp beckons seafood enthusiasts with its luxurious blend of ocean-fresh ingredients. Silky sauce, perfectly cooked salmon, and succulent shrimp create a restaurant-worthy meal you’ll savor down to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into chunks
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Pasta and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a spacious pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Submerge fettuccine into the bubbling water, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, and cook for 8-10 minutes until perfectly tender yet firm.
- Carefully drain the pasta in a colander, reserving a small cup of starchy cooking liquid for potential sauce adjustment, then set noodles aside.
- Pat salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing and prevent excess moisture.
- Season seafood with freshly ground black pepper and a light sprinkle of salt.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil, creating a shimmering surface.
- Gently place salmon and shrimp into the hot pan, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through.
- Remove seafood from skillet and set aside on a warm plate, covering loosely with foil to retain heat.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter, allowing it to melt and become slightly foamy.
- Introduce minced garlic, sautéing for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring continuously to create a smooth base.
- Gradually whisk in grated parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes creamy and fully incorporated.
- If sauce seems too thick, slowly add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Fold cooked fettuccine into the alfredo sauce, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated.
- Nestle seared salmon and shrimp atop the creamy pasta, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, offering an additional sprinkle of parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Toast pine nuts beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to the creamy sauce.
- Choose fresh, high-quality salmon and shrimp for the best taste and texture, ensuring they’re not overcooked to maintain tenderness.
- Use heavy cream at room temperature to help create a smoother, more consistent Alfredo sauce without lumps.
- Adjust sauce consistency by adding pasta water if it becomes too thick, creating a silky and perfectly coated pasta dish.
- Prep Time: Not specified
- Cook Time: Time to cook fettuccine according to package instructions (usually about 8-12 minutes)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg