Description
Indulge in this restaurant-quality Steak in Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce, a perfect surf-and-turf dish blending tender seared steak with a rich, creamy Cajun shrimp sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this impressive recipe is easy to make at home and perfect for special occasions or date nights.
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 2 sirloin or ribeye steaks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
For the Cajun Shrimp Sauce:
- 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Steaks:
- Rub steaks with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steaks for 4-5 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- Remove and rest the steaks.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Cajun Sauce:
- Lower heat and melt butter in the skillet. Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return shrimp to the skillet to warm through.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Plate the steaks. Spoon the creamy Cajun shrimp sauce over the steaks. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Swap shrimp for scallops or lobster for a luxurious twist.
- Use seafood stock instead of chicken broth for a deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, American
