Description
Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta is a delightful fusion of creamy Alfredo sauce and bold Cajun seasoning, featuring tender shrimp and juicy steak over fettuccine pasta.
Ingredients
- 🍝 Fettuccine pasta – 12 oz (340 g)
- 🍤 Shrimp – 1 lb (450 g), peeled and deveined
- 🥩 Steak – 1 lb (450 g), sirloin or ribeye, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 🥛 Heavy cream – 1 cup (240 ml)
- 🧄 Garlic – 4 cloves, minced
- 🌶️ Cajun seasoning – 2 tablespoons
- 🧀 Parmesan cheese – 1 cup (100 g), grated
- 🌿 Fresh parsley – 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
- 🧂 Salt and pepper – to taste
- 🛢️ Olive oil – 2 tablespoons (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the steak by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook the steak for 3-4 minutes until browned, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add shrimp and remaining Cajun seasoning, cooking until shrimp is pink and opaque (2-3 minutes).
- Remove shrimp and set aside. Lower heat and add heavy cream to the skillet, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted, adjusting thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Add cooked fettuccine, shrimp, and steak back into the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the Alfredo sauce.
- Feel free to substitute the steak with grilled chicken for a lighter option.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes if desired.
- Don’t skip the garnish of fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun, Shrimp, Steak, Alfredo, Pasta, Creamy, Dinner, Recipe