Description
A rich and decadent pasta dish featuring fettuccine tossed with succulent salmon and shrimp in a creamy Alfredo sauce. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta and Seafood:
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
- Prepare the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Salmon:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- In the same skillet, add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside with the salmon.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium and melt the butter in the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring often, until sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine & Serve:
- Add the cooked fettuccine, salmon, and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss until evenly coated with Alfredo sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider including a pinch of red pepper flakes in the sauce.
- Ensure not to overcook the seafood to keep it tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg