Indulge in a luxurious surf and turf experience with this Steak with Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce recipe. Tender ribeye steaks are paired with succulent shrimp in a rich and spicy cream sauce, creating a dish that’s perfect for a special dinner.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Steaks:
2 ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce:
1 tablespoon butter
8oz large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (plus more for shrimp)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1cup heavy cream
1/4cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Season and Sear the Steaks: Season the steaks with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side. Rest the steaks.
Cook the Shrimp and Make the Sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet, add shrimp and Cajun seasoning, cook until pink. Add garlic, then pour in cream and stir in Parmesan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Finish and Serve: Return steaks to the skillet or plate, spoon the creamy Cajun shrimp sauce on top. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
You can substitute ribeye with NY strip or filet mignon.
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce.