Steak and Shrimp in Creamy Cajun Sauce

This surf and turf dinner brings together a perfectly grilled steak topped with juicy shrimp, all coated in a rich and creamy Cajun-style sauce. Finished with fresh herbs and diced red peppers, it’s a restaurant-worthy meal you can make right at home.

Ingredients

• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks
• 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Season and sear the steak: Pat the steaks dry and season generously with salt, black pepper, and half of the Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove and let rest.
2. Sear the shrimp: In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the shrimp, season with paprika, onion powder, and the remaining Cajun seasoning. Cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the creamy Cajun sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper; sauté for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream, stir in any remaining Cajun seasoning, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Combine and simmer: Return the shrimp to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over them. Simmer for 1-2 minutes so the flavors meld. Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper.
5. Serve: Plate the steaks and top with the shrimp and plenty of creamy Cajun sauce. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.