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Cajun Seafood Alfredo

Decadent Cajun Seafood Alfredo to Impress Your Taste Buds

Indulge in a rich Cajun Seafood Alfredo featuring tender lobster and crab served over fettuccine.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Fettuccine pasta or linguine if preferred
For the Seafood
  • 6 oz Lobster meat frozen works if thawed and drained
  • 6 oz Lump crab meat
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter total needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups Heavy cream can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust based on heat preference
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated for best results
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Reserved pasta water or as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add lobster meat and lump crab, sauté for 2-3 minutes until warmed through, then remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter, then stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Slowly pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in Cajun seasoning and let the sauce thicken for 3-4 minutes. It’s ready when it coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Return seafood to skillet and add drained fettuccine, tossing to combine.
  6. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually. Finish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh seafood and careful sauce preparation are key to this dish's success. Adjust for personal preferences and enjoy immediately for the best flavor.

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