There’s something special about a pot of étouffée simmering on the stove. This version starts with a homemade stock made from gumbo crabs, then builds a rich, buttery sauce with the trinity, a slightly darker roux, and a little tomato paste for extra depth. Tender blue crabmeat goes in at the end, so the crab…
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Honey Harissa Salmon with Herb Rice
This honey harissa salmon is glazed with a sweet, savory mixture of harissa paste, honey, and warm spices, then baked until tender. It’s served over basmati herb rice with fresh dill, parsley, garlic, and a little Knorr chicken bouillon powder for extra flavor. It’s a colorful, satisfying dinner that comes together with simple ingredients and…
Salmon Croquettes with Cajun Dill Remoulade
There is nothing wrong with opening a can of salmon when you need dinner on the table quickly. But when you make salmon croquettes with fresh salmon? Baby, that is a completely different experience. These Salmon Croquettes with Cajun Dill Remoulade are crisp and deeply golden on the outside, tender and flaky inside, and seasoned…
Blackened Cajun Salmon and Shrimp with Creole Cream Sauce
This blackened Cajun salmon and shrimp dinner brings a little restaurant energy to your kitchen! Spice-crusted salmon and tender shrimp are served with bacon-loaded mashed potatoes, buttery white and yellow corn, and a generous helping of white wine Creole cream sauce. This is my take on The Cheesecake Factory’s Cajun Salmon menu item, featuring blackened…
Pan-Seared Grouper with Maple Calabrian Butter Sauce
This recipe started with chicken in mind, briefly considered shrimp, and somehow fresh grouper walked away with the leading role. 😂 And honestly? It was absolutely the right choice. This Pan-Seared Grouper with Maple Calabrian Butter Sauce features tender, flaky grouper with a beautifully golden crust, finished with a glossy pan sauce made from dry…
Crispy Beer Battered Fish Sandwich with Homemade Tartar Sauce
I love a good fish sandwich. But if I’m making one at home, I need a little more than a piece of fish, a slice of cheese, and some tartar sauce slapped between two buns. We can do better. 😂 This Beer Battered Fish Sandwich starts with flaky cod dipped directly into a homemade beer…
Hot Honey Stuffed Salmon
If regular baked salmon has been boring you lately, I have something for you. This Hot Honey Stuffed Salmon is a whole salmon fillet stuffed with creamy Hot Honey & Roasted Garlic Boursin cheese, spinach, mozzarella, provolone, and Herbs de Provence. Then the outside gets coated in a sweet, smoky, spicy Cajun seasoning blend before…
Creamy Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe
There are some dishes that just belong at every family gathering. You know the ones. The casserole dishes are lined up, somebody’s guarding the potato salad recipe like it’s a state secret, and right in the middle of the table sits a big bowl of creamy pasta salad that everybody keeps sneaking spoonfuls from before…
Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe
Today, I’m sharing my irresistible Honey Walnut Shrimp recipe. Imagine succulent shrimp coated in a crispy batter, paired with candied walnuts, and drenched in a heavenly honey sauce. This dish is a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, and I can’t wait to show you how to make it. So, grab your apron and…
The BEST Tuna & Potato Cakes
Hey y’all! Today I’m thrilled to share with you a recipe that will make your taste buds dance with joy: The BEST Tuna & Potato Cakes! These golden, crispy cakes are packed with tender potatoes, flaky albacore tuna, and a harmonious blend of spices and herbs. They’re incredibly easy to make and oh-so-delicious. So, let’s…