Description
Indulge in a decadent and flavorful Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta dish that combines tender steak, succulent shrimp, and a creamy Alfredo sauce with a spicy Cajun kick. This surf and turf pasta is a perfect harmony of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings for a hearty and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Fettuccine Pasta:
8 oz fettuccine pasta
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon olive oil
Sirloin Steak:
1/2 pound sirloin steak (thinly sliced)
Large Shrimp:
1/2 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Cajun Seasoning:
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (divided)
Unsalted Butter:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Garlic Cloves:
4 cloves garlic (minced)
Heavy Cream:
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Parmesan Cheese:
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Black Pepper:
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Salt:
1/4 teaspoon salt
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes:
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Parsley:
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Cook the fettuccine pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sear the steak: Season steak with Cajun seasoning, sear in a skillet until cooked, then set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: Cook shrimp with Cajun seasoning until pink, then set aside.
- Make the sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, add cream, Parmesan, seasonings, and simmer.
- Combine everything: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, add steak and shrimp, warm through.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Marinate steak for extra flavor with Worcestershire sauce and Cajun seasoning.
- Adjust spiciness by using smoked paprika or extra crushed red pepper.
- Penne or linguine can be used instead of fettuccine.
