🥩 Steak with Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce

✨ Introduction

This indulgent Surf and Turf recipe pairs juicy steak with succulent shrimp in a rich, spicy Cajun cream sauce. A perfect dish for special occasions or gourmet comfort food nights!

🧂 Ingredients

For the steak

• 2 steaks (ribeye, filet mignon, or preferred cut)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter

For the creamy Cajun shrimp sauce

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the steaks: Season steaks with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steaks 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Add butter and baste. Remove and rest.
2. Prepare the shrimp: In the same skillet, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in butter and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet and coat in sauce. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
5. Serve: Plate steaks and spoon creamy Cajun shrimp sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley.

💡 Tips

• Spice level: Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.
• Side ideas: Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies.
• Make it lighter: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.