Surf & Turf with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Perfectly seared filet mignon and buttery shrimp drizzled in a rich, peppery garlic cream sauce—topped with fresh parsley and served with pan-seared elegance. A luxurious, steakhouse-inspired plate at home!

Ingredients

For the Surf & Turf:
● 2 filet mignon steaks (about 6 oz each)
● 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
● 1 tbsp olive oil
● 1 tbsp butter
● Salt & black pepper, to taste
● Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
● 2 tbsp butter
● 4 cloves garlic, minced
● 1/2 cup heavy cream
● 1/4 cup chicken or beef broth
● 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
● 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper (or more to taste)
● Salt, to taste

Directions
1⃣ Cook Filet: Season steaks generously with salt and pepper. Sear in hot olive oil and butter over medium-high heat, 3–4 mins per side (for medium-rare). Let rest.
2⃣ Cook Shrimp: In the same pan, sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until opaque and golden. Set aside.
3⃣ Make Sauce: Reduce heat. Add butter and garlic to the pan. Sauté 30 seconds, then stir in cream and broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes. Add Parmesan and pepper, stirring until smooth. Season to taste.
4⃣ Assemble: Plate filet mignon, top with shrimp, and pour over garlic sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: ~630 kcal per serving

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Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Crispy-edged, tender salmon cubes glazed in a bold, sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce—speckled with black pepper and garnished with parsley. Perfect as an appetizer or tossed into rice bowls or tacos!

Ingredients

For the Salmon:
● 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into bite-sized cubes
● Salt & cracked black pepper, to taste
● 1 tbsp olive oil
● Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:
● 1/4 cup mayonnaise
● 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
● 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
● 1–2 tsp Sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
● 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional, for tang)

Directions
1⃣ Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, Sriracha, and vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
2⃣ Sear Salmon: Pat salmon dry. Season with salt and plenty of cracked black pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat, 1–2 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through.
3⃣ Glaze & Toss: Reduce heat to low. Add bang bang sauce to the pan and gently toss salmon until coated and slightly caramelized (about 30–60 seconds).
4⃣ Serve: Plate salmon on a white dish, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~290 kcal per serving

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Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
Ingredients:
For the Stuffing:

4 oz (115 g) cooked shrimp, finely chopped

4 oz (115 g) lump crab meat

2 oz (60 g) cream cheese, softened

¼ cup (25 g) breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)

2 Tbsp mayonnaise

1 green onion, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp lemon juice

½ tsp Old Bay seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Salmon:

4 salmon fillets (6 oz/170 g each), skin-on or skinless

1 Tbsp olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste

1 tsp paprika

Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for garnish

Directions:
Prepare the Stuffing

In a medium bowl, combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, green onion, garlic, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well incorporated and set aside.

Prep the Salmon Fillets

Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.

Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slit into the thickest part of each fillet to create a pocket.

Drizzle the fillets with olive oil and season the exterior with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Stuff the Salmon

Gently spoon the crab and shrimp stuffing into each salmon pocket, pressing slightly to keep the filling secure.

Bake the Salmon

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place the stuffed salmon fillets on a lightly greased baking sheet or in a baking dish.

Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Serve

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes:
You can prepare the stuffing ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.

This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic butter green beans or roasted asparagus.

For a lower-carb version, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Let me know if you'd like a version with a cream sauce or a grilling option!

Seafood in Spicy Garlic Sauce

Recipe:
10 oz shrimp clean and deveined
8 oz sliced squid (cleaned)
1 cup mussels
1/4 cup unsalted butter
5 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon red chili paste or shriracha sauce
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
1/2 cup green onions slices

Steps:
In a large pan, add butter. Saute the garlic until fragrant. Add the shrimp, mussels and squid. Stirfry for about 2 minutes. Add oyster sauce, chili paste and sweet chili sauce. Mix well till combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Garnish with green onions. Enjoy!

BANG BANG SALMON BITES

Ingredients:

For the Salmon Bites:
1½ pounds salmon fillets (skin removed, cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

1⃣ Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2⃣ In a large bowl, combine salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3⃣ Arrange seasoned salmon bites in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
4⃣ While salmon bakes, prepare the Bang Bang sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
5⃣ Once salmon is done, remove from oven and drizzle Bang Bang sauce generously over the salmon bites.
6⃣ Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Calories: ~385 kcal per serving
Servings: 4