Here’s a delicious recipe for Steak & Shrimp in Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce – a rich and flavorful surf-and-turf dish that’s perfect for a special dinner or indulgent weekend meal.
🥩🦐 Steak & Shrimp in Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Ingredients
For the Steak & Shrimp:
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2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 1″ thick)
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8–12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter (divided)
For the Sauce:
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4–5 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
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½ tsp Italian seasoning or dried thyme
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prep the Steak:
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Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp butter.
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Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes per side (for medium-rare), or until desired doneness. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to rest.
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Cook the Shrimp:
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In the same skillet, add another ½ tbsp butter. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
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Lower heat to medium. Add the remaining ½ tbsp butter and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Stir in Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Combine:
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Return steak and shrimp to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and let everything warm together for 1–2 minutes.
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Garnish with chopped parsley.
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