Garlic Butter Steak & Shrimp Pasta 🍤🥩
The ultimate surf & turf pasta dinner packed with bold flavor!
📝 Ingredients :
1/2 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
8 oz spaghetti or linguine
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter (divided)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt & cracked pepper, to taste
2 cups fresh spinach
1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish
🍽️ How to Make It :
1️⃣ Sear the Steak Bites:
Season steak with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sear in a hot skillet with olive oil until golden and tender—flavor-packed protein upgrade for pasta nights.
2️⃣ Sauté the Shrimp:
In the same pan, melt 1 tbsp butter, then add shrimp, garlic, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Cook 2–3 mins per side—easy weeknight seafood twist that hits hard!
3️⃣ Cook the Pasta:
Boil spaghetti until al dente, then drain (reserve a splash of pasta water). Toss with remaining butter for a creamy, buttery base.
4️⃣ Build the Dish:
Toss pasta with sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, and shrimp. Stir gently to coat everything in that garlic butter goodness—quick, satisfying dinner idea ready to impress.
5️⃣ Top & Serve:
Pile steak bites over the shrimp pasta, sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley, and serve hot—comfort food meets gourmet in one unforgettable bite.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Serving: 2
Calories: ~720 per serving | Protein: ~50g per serving