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Steak and Shrimp with Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce: A Surf-and-Turf Feast!
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Indulge in the ultimate surf-and-turf dinner! Juicy steak paired with succulent shrimp, all smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a decadent treat!
Ingredients:
For the steak:
2 ribeye or sirloin steaks
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
For the shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the creamy garlic butter sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
For garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Cook the steak:
Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked to your desired doneness.
Add butter to the skillet and baste the steaks with the melted butter. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
Cook the shrimp:
In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
Make the garlic butter sauce:
Melt butter in the skillet and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble and serve:
Return the shrimp to the skillet with the sauce. Place the steak on a plate and pour the shrimp and sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Pro Tip: Pair this dish with roasted vegetables or garlic mashed potatoes for the ultimate dining experience!
Enjoy this luxurious, restaurant-quality surf-and-turf dish at home!
