Steak & Shrimp Cajun Alfredo

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Recipes:

Steak & Shrimp Cajun Alfredo

A luxurious surf & turf pasta dish with perfectly seared steak, juicy shrimp, and a rich Cajun Alfredo sauce over fettuccine—pure indulgence in every bite!

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

1 (12 oz) ribeye or sirloin steak
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp butter (for finishing)
For the Shrimp:

8 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp lemon juice
For the Cajun Alfredo Sauce:

2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp black pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Pasta:

12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)
Instructions:

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sear the Steak: Rub steak with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear for 3-4 minutes per side (for medium-rare). Add butter, baste for 1 minute, then rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Cook the Shrimp: In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.

Make the Cajun Alfredo Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, then add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Toss & Assemble: Mix the cooked fettuccine into the Alfredo sauce, coating it evenly. Plate the pasta, top with sliced steak and shrimp, and garnish with extra parsley.

Serve & Enjoy: Dig into this creamy, spicy, and savory masterpiece!

Pro Tip: For extra smokiness, grill the steak instead of pan-searing!