Description
Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta is a flavor-packed dish that brings together the creaminess of Alfredo sauce with the boldness of Cajun spices. Featuring tender shrimp, perfectly seared steak, and fettuccine pasta, this dish is perfect for family dinners or date nights. With its vibrant colors and rich taste, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season the steak with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Sear in a hot skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked to your liking. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil if needed and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, scraping up any brown bits, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, seared steak slices, and shrimp until well coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 190mg