Cajun Lobster

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🍤 Cajun Lobster, Crab, and Salmon Alfredo 🍝✨

Introduction

If you’re looking for a seafood pasta that screams luxury and comfort at the same time, this Cajun Lobster, Crab, and Salmon Alfredo is your dream come true. Creamy, rich, and bursting with flavors from the ocean, it combines succulent lobster, sweet crab meat, and tender salmon in a velvety Cajun-spiced Alfredo sauce. Perfect for a romantic dinner, family gathering, or just treating yourself.

History

Alfredo sauce originated in Italy, famously created by Alfredo di Lelio in Rome in the early 20th century. Traditionally, it was a simple combination of butter, Parmesan, and pasta water, but the American version evolved into a rich cream-based sauce. Adding seafood like lobster, crab, and salmon is a modern twist, often seen in coastal restaurants in the U.S., combining Italian techniques with Cajun flair from Louisiana.

Ingredients

Seafood:

  • 1 lobster tail (about 8 oz), cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup lump crab meat
  • 1 salmon fillet (6–8 oz), skin removed and cut into chunks

Pasta:

  • 12 oz fettuccine or linguine

Alfredo Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Optional:

  • Red pepper flakes for extra heat
  • A splash of white wine for deglazing

Method & Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pasta

  1. Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Seafood

  1. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add salmon chunks and cook 2–3 minutes per side until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, lightly sauté lobster and crab meat for 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Alfredo Sauce

  1. Melt remaining butter in the skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
  3. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly.
  4. Mix in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese slowly, stirring until smooth.
  6. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water 1 tbsp at a time until desired consistency is reached.

Step 4: Combine

  1. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
  2. Fold in cooked lobster, crab, and salmon.
  3. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley.

Formation & Serving

  • Plate the pasta elegantly in shallow bowls, topping with extra seafood chunks on top.
  • Sprinkle additional Parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Serve immediately with warm crusty bread or garlic bread for a full indulgent experience.

Conclusion

This dish brings together the best of the sea in a creamy, spicy, and satisfying Alfredo sauce. It’s perfect for showing off your cooking skills and impressing anyone who loves seafood. Each bite is a balance of richness, spice, and ocean-fresh flavor.

Lovers’ Tips (For Perfect Results)

  1. Don’t overcook seafood: Lobster, crab, and salmon should just be tender; overcooking makes them rubbery.
  2. Fresh ingredients matter: Freshly grated Parmesan and fresh garlic elevate the flavor.
  3. Adjust spice: Cajun seasoning is powerful; start with 1 tsp and increase if you like heat.
  4. Creaminess trick: Use heavy cream at medium heat and stir constantly to avoid curdling.
  5. Serve immediately: Alfredo sauce thickens as it cools; serve hot for the best texture.

Lovers’ Serving Suggestion

Pair this dish with:

  • A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay
  • A light green salad with lemon vinaigrette
  • Garlic bread or toasted baguette slices

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