Blackened Salmon & Garlic Butter Shrimp Bake

Ingredients
For the Salmon
1 large salmon fillet (about 700–900 g / 1½–2 lbs)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
For the Shrimp
500 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables
1 large onion, sliced
2 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges
Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Season the Salmon
   Mix together:
   Smoked paprika
   Garlic powder
   Onion powder
   Thyme
   Cayenne
   Salt
   Black pepper
   Rub the salmon with olive oil, then coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.
3. Prepare the Pan
   Spread the sliced onions in a baking dish or foil pan.
   Add:
   Butter
   Minced garlic
   Place the seasoned salmon on top.
4. Bake the Salmon
   Bake for 15–18 minutes.
5. Season the Shrimp
   While the salmon is baking, toss the shrimp with:
   Melted butter
   Garlic
   Paprika
   Salt
   Pepper
6. Add the Shrimp
   Remove the pan from the oven.
   Arrange the shrimp around the salmon.
   Return to the oven and bake for another 6–8 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
7. Finish
   Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with fresh lemon wedges.
   Optional Garlic Butter Sauce
   Mix together:
   4 tbsp melted butter
   3 minced garlic cloves
   1 tbsp lemon juice
   1 tsp Italian seasoning
   ½ tsp paprika
   Pour over the salmon and shrimp before serving for extra flavour.
   Serve With
   Steamed rice
   Garlic mashed potatoes
   Roasted asparagus
   Green beans
   Fresh salad
   Enjoy your homemade Blackened Salmon & Garlic Butter Shrimp Bake!