Crispy White Fish and Creamy Garlic Shrimp Seafood Plate

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• 4 pieces white fish fillets — cod, haddock, or tilapia

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• 1 cup all-purpose flour

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• 2 pieces large eggs — beaten

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• 1.5 cups seasoned breadcrumbs or panko

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• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning

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• 1 tsp paprika

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• 0.5 tsp garlic powder

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• salt — black pepper, to taste

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• vegetable oil

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• 1 lb large shrimp — peeled and deveined

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• 2 tbsp butter

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• 3 pieces garlic cloves — minced

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• 1 cup heavy cream

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• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning — remaining

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• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika

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• 0.5 tsp onion powder

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• 1 tbsp fresh parsley — chopped

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• salt — black pepper, to taste

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Step by step

1. 1

   Bread the Fish: Season the white fish with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and 1 tsp Cajun seasoning. Coat each fillet in flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, then press it into the breadcrumbs or panko.

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   Fry Until Crisp: Heat the vegetable oil to 350°F. Fry the fillets for 4 to 5 minutes per side until deeply golden and crisp, then transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate.

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   Sear the Shrimp: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the garlic for about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp with the remaining Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, then cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink.

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   Build the Cream Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the shrimp skillet and stir in the Parmesan. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until smooth and lightly thickened, then fold in the parsley.

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   Plate Together: Arrange the crisp fish fillets with the creamy garlic shrimp. Spoon the sauce generously around the shrimp and serve while the fish remains crunchy and the sauce is hot.