Cajun Salmon & Shrimp in Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce – Bold, Buttery, and Absolutely Irresistible!

Ingredients
For the Salmon & Shrimp:
● 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
● 10 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
● 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
● 1 tbsp olive oil
● Salt & pepper to taste
● Lemon wedges (for garnish)

For the Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce:
● 2 tbsp butter
● 2 garlic cloves, minced
● ½ cup heavy cream
● ¼ cup chicken or seafood broth
● 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
● 1 tsp lemon juice
● 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
● Cracked pepper & pinch of chili flakes (optional)

Instructions
1: Season & Sear: Pat the salmon and shrimp dry, then rub with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Sear salmon skin-side down in a hot skillet for 3–4 mins per side. Remove and set aside. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 mins per side until pink and charred.
2: Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 secs. Stir in cream and broth, then whisk in mustard, lemon juice, and season with pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened, then stir in herbs.
3: Assemble & Serve: Spoon the hot, garlicky cream sauce over the salmon and shrimp. Garnish with lemon wedges, herbs, and a pinch of chili flakes if desired.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: ~710 kcal per serving

Looking for a decadent dessert to impress your guests?

Chocolate Lava Cake

Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Preparation Steps:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
4. Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until combined.
5. Gently fold in the flour and salt until just incorporated.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
7. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
8. Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before inverting onto plates.
9. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 14 mins | Total Time: 24 mins
Calories: 300 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

Suggested Pairings: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for a delightful contrast!

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EPIC LOBSTER & CORN DEEP DISH FUSION

Ingredients:
1 deep-dish crust
1 ½ cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
1 cup fire-roasted corn kernels
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup scallions or shallots, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup gruyère or white cheddar
¼ cup heavy cream
Optional: fresh thyme or parsley

Instructions:
1⃣ Sauté lobster, corn, garlic & scallions briefly in butter.
2⃣ Mix with cream and cheeses.
3⃣ Spread into crust, top with more cheese.
4⃣ Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 min until bubbly & golden.
5⃣ Garnish with herbs. Slice into that buttery seafood magic!

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 45 min | Serves: 4

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In 1991, the couple began purchasing degraded and abandoned farmland with the aim of restoring the native ecosystem.

Over more than two decades, they successfully reforested 300 acres, converting it into a thriving private wildlife sanctuary.

The area, once barren, now hosts:

Over 200 species of wildlife, including elephants, tigers, leopards, and rare birds like the Malabar grey hornbill.

Numerous species of medicinal plants, trees, and native flora.

A healthy rainforest ecosystem with natural water sources restored.

Their work is not just a testament to perseverance but also highlights the importance of rewilding and private conservation efforts in a country facing rapid deforestation and biodiversity loss.

Their sanctuary plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance in the Western Ghats, one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots.

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