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A) Blackened Salmon & Sauteed Shrimp
Ingredients:
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 6 Jumbo Shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Blackened seasoning
- Creole seasoning
- 1 tbsp melted butter (salmon only)
- 1 Tbsp Herb + Garlic + Butter mixture (shrimp only)
Instructions:
Salmon
- Preheat Air Fryer – Set your air fryer to 390°F (198°C).
- Prepare the Salmon – Gently rinse using Lemon Juice then pat dry with paper towel.
- Season – Generously sprinkle blackened and creole seasoning over both sides of the salmon.
- Air Fry – Place the fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket. Drizzle Olive Oil and butter over the salmon. Cook for 7-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is flaky and reaches an internal temp of 130-140°F (medium) or 145°F (well done).
Shrimp:
- Prepare the Shrimp– Peel and devein shrimp. Rinse with lemon juice then pat dry using a paper towel.
- Cook the Shrimp – Preheat a skillet on medium heat then add the Garlic + Herb Butter mixture. Place the shrimp in the skillet in a single layer. Cook each side of the shrimp for 2 minutes until they turn pink and slightly curled.
B) Garlic + Herb Mashed Potatoes :
Ingredients:
Potatoes:
- 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
Compound Butter
- 1 Bulb of Garlic, peeled
- 3-4 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
1) Boil the Potatoes:
- Place peeled and chopped potatoes into a large pot with salt water and bring to a boil.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes or until fork tender.
- Drain and place into a medium sized dish
2) Roast the Garlic:
- Air fryer Method: Place Garlic into small baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and roast on both sides for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and soft.
- Oven Method: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C) roast for 30-40 minutes until soft and golden brown.
- Use a fork to remove the garlic from the oil then set it aside.
3) Compound Butter:
- In a small dish/bowl mash together melted butter and roasted garlic. Then add finely chopped parsley, thyme and rosemary.
4) Mash and Mix:
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
- Add 4 tbsp Herb + Garlic + Butter mixture
- Add heavy cream and salt to taste
- Mix until creamy and well incorporated.
5) Serve & Enjoy:
- Drizzle butter mixture on top, if desired.
- Serve warm
C) Compound Butter Sauce
- 3 tbsp compound butter
- ¼ cup white wine (dry, like Sauvignon Blanc)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Add compound butter to small pot on medium heat
- Pour in the white wine, stirring gently.
- Add the red pepper flakes and lemon juice.
- Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
D) Sauteed Spinach
- Add 1 tsp compound butter and sauté spinach on high heat. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes.