Description:
A rich, velvety Alfredo pasta tossed with grilled shrimp and flaky salmon, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table — smoky, creamy, and soul-satisfying with every bite.
Origin:
An Italian-American fusion, this dish blends traditional fettuccine Alfredo with grilled seafood for a coastal-inspired upgrade.
Ingredients Quantity (4 servings):
Seafood:
- 2 salmon fillets (skin removed, about 150g each)
- 200g (7 oz) large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Juice of ½ lemon
Pasta:
- 300g (10 oz) fettuccine pasta
Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg
Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped parsley
- Extra Parmesan
- Lemon zest
Ingredients Optional:
- Red chili flakes for heat
- Light cream or half-and-half to reduce fat
- Zucchini noodles for a low-carb option
Instructions:
- Grill Seafood:
Season salmon and shrimp with oil, lemon, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear salmon for ~3–4 min per side; grill shrimp until pink and curled (~2 min per side). Set aside. - Cook Pasta:
Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain. - Make Alfredo Sauce:
In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream, bring to simmer, then stir in Parmesan. Cook until smooth and slightly thick. Adjust seasoning. - Combine:
Toss cooked fettuccine in Alfredo sauce, adding pasta water if needed for consistency. Flake salmon into chunks, add shrimp, and gently fold in. - Serve:
Plate pasta, top with seafood, sprinkle parsley and extra cheese. Serve hot.
Tips for Success:
- Don’t overcook seafood; it continues cooking after removing from grill.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
- Add pasta water gradually to get that perfect glossy sauce.
Recommendation:
Serve with garlic bread, a fresh arugula salad, and a chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc or sparkling water with lemon.
Nutrition (Approx. per serving):
- Calories: 600
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 45g
- Sugar: 2g
- Fiber: 3g
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