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Cajun Crazy Snapper & Freshwater Shrimp with Fresh Watermelon Salsa

September 4, 2012 by  
Filed under Food

Recipe by Executive Celebrity Chef Dominique Solomon

In honor of the American Heart Association’s second annual Flavors Of The Heart multicultural event, Celebrity Chef Dominique Solomon will debut her Cajun Crazy Spice from the Spizin’ It Up! Natural Spice Collection. This special blend of spices is a favorite among her celebrity clients, and will add layers of flavor to this amazing, heart-healthy recipe!

For more information on healthy recipes and to get new and innovative tips on living a healthy lifestyle, visit http://www.incrediblechefproductions.com

To attend the 2nd annual Flavors Of The Heart event on Sept. 8 visit, www.flavorsoftheheart.com

Cajun Crazy Snapper & Freshwater Shrimp with Fresh Watermelon Salsa

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

2 filets fresh red snapper
1 pound medium uncooked freshwater shrimp
6 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons Celebrity Chef Dominique’s Crazy Cajun Spice

For the fresh watermelon salsa

2 cups watermelon
1 1⁄2 cups heirloom tomatoes
1⁄2 cup English cucumbers
1 bunch fresh cilantro
3 fresh mint leaves
1⁄2 cup scallions
1⁄2 cup red onion
1⁄2 cup jalapeno peppers
2 lemons
4 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons Celebrity Chef Dominique’s Crazy Cajun Spice
Sea salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

MAKIN’ IT

1. Cut snapper into four serving size portions.

2. Season snapper fillets and freshwater shrimps well with Dominique’s Cajun Crazy Spice.

3. Add 5 tablespoons of avocado oil, and pan sear the snapper fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side; remove and finish off in a 375 degree oven for 5-6 minutes.

4. Add 1 tablespoon avocado oil and shrimp to hot pan and sauté for 2 minutes.

5. Combine watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, English cucumbers, cilantro, mint, scallions, red onions, jalapenos, lemon juice, avocado oil, salt and pepper to taste.

6. Arrange on a server plate beautifully, adding watermelon salsa for a great fresh taste and garnish.

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