Description
Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta is a delightful fusion of succulent shrimp, tender steak, and creamy Alfredo sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine. This dish brings the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right to your dinner table, making it ideal for special occasions or cozy dinners at home. With its bold taste and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying your cravings for something truly indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 10 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ? cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season steak with Cajun seasoning and sear until browned on both sides. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and saut? until fragrant. Add shrimp seasoned with Cajun spice; cook until pink (about 2 minutes per side).
- Pour in heavy cream, lower the heat, and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. If too thick, adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the shrimp and sauce, incorporating sliced steak evenly throughout.
- Serve garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 150mg