Description
Juicy seared steak meets spicy Cajun shrimp sauce in this mouthwatering culinary fusion that promises pure Southern comfort. Rich, creamy flavors and bold Creole seasonings create an irresistible dinner experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks
- 0.5 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare steaks by generously rubbing with Cajun seasoning, ensuring complete coverage with salt and black pepper for robust flavor.
- Preheat skillet to medium-high heat with olive oil, creating a sizzling surface for perfectly seared steaks. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness is achieved, then transfer to resting plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and introduce shrimp, coating with remaining Cajun seasoning. Cook quickly for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn vibrant pink and become slightly curled.
- Lower heat and add minced garlic to skillet, allowing aromatics to release their fragrance for approximately 30 seconds. Pour chicken broth to deglaze pan, scraping up caramelized bits from bottom.
- Introduce heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to create a smooth, velvety sauce. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and develops rich consistency.
- Gently return cooked shrimp to sauce, stirring to ensure complete coating with creamy Cajun mixture.
- Plate steaks and crown with sauced shrimp, drizzling additional sauce generously. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley for bright color and herbaceous finish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Choose high-quality, well-marbled steaks like ribeye or New York strip for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Pat steaks completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect searing and develop a delicious golden-brown crust.
- Allow steaks to rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking to promote even heat distribution.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for superior heat retention and achieving a restaurant-quality sear on the meat.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning intensity by using mild or spicy blends to suit personal heat preferences.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt to reduce calories.
- Ensure shrimp are fresh and deveined to enhance the overall dish’s quality and presentation.
- Garnish with chopped green onions as an alternative to parsley for added color and mild onion flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 769 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 940 mg
- Fat: 61 g
- Saturated Fat: 29 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg