Creamy Cajun Steak and Shrimp Alfredo
Creamy Cajun Steak and Shrimp Alfredo is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings the heat of Cajun spices right to your dinner table. This dish combines tender sirloin steak and juicy shrimp, all enveloped in a velvety Alfredo sauce over perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe showcases a unique spice blend that elevates traditional creamy pasta dishes to new heights. With its indulgent texture and vibrant presentation, every bite is sure to please.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 12 oz sirloin or ribeye steak
- 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with butter.
- Season steak with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Season shrimp with remaining Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak for 3–4 minutes on each side until medium doneness. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, cook shrimp for about 2–3 minutes until opaque. Remove from skillet.
- Lower the heat and melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and cheeses until smooth.
- Combine sauce with fettuccine; add parsley and mix well.
- Serve topped with sliced steak and shrimp, garnished with additional parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 160mg