Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe

This Creamy Salmon Pasta is rich and flavorful, with creamy sauce studded with fresh chunks of orange.

📝 Ingredients

• 12 ounces Salmon
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 8 ounces linguine
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 shallot (minced)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/8 cup white wine
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 orange (cut in pieces)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt ((adjust to taste))
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese ((optional, for serving))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat the grill or oven to 425°F degrees.
2. 2Season the salmon with the Cajun seasoning and brown sugar. Place on a cedar plank (or baking sheet).
3. 3Place the salmon direct on the grill or in the oven and cook for 10 minutes. It should be only partially cooked. Remove and let cool.
4. 4Slice the salmon into 2" pieces.
5. 5Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, reducing the time by about 1-2 minutes so the pasta is al dente. Set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
6. 6Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add the garlic and shallots. Cook for about 2 minutes, until they become soft and just start to lightly brown.
7. 7Add the white wine and cook for 1 minute. Add the orange juice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
8. 8Add the cream and cook about 3-5 minutes, until it is slightly reduced.
9. 9Add the pepper, basil and orange chunks and cook for 1 minute.
10. 10Add the salmon and simmer until salmon is almost cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Add the salt (if needed).
11. 11Add the pasta, 3 tablespoons of the pasta cooking liquid, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.