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Pan-seared ribeye steak topped with a creamy Cajun sauce and sautéed shrimp in a cast iron skillet.

Steak with Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 875
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 (10-ounce) ribeye steaks
  • 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 2 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Season steaks on both sides with salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear steaks for approximately 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare internal temperature (135°F/57°C).
  4. Remove steaks from the skillet and transfer to a warm plate to rest.
  5. Reduce skillet heat to medium and add butter, scraping the bottom of the pan to release fond.
  6. Sauté minced garlic and diced bell peppers for 2 minutes until softened.
  7. Add shrimp and the remaining Cajun seasoning to the skillet, cooking for 3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  8. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  9. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
  10. Plate the rested steaks and spoon the Cajun shrimp sauce generously over the top.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.