Garlic Butter Steak Shrimp (Printer-Friendly)
Tender steak and shrimp meld with garlic butter, spinach, and roasted peppers for a flavorful dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
0.5 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
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0.5 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Pasta
03 -
8 oz spaghetti or linguine
→ Fats and Oils
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
→ Seasonings and Aromatics
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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0.5 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
→ Vegetables and Garnishes
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2 cups fresh spinach
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0.25 cup chopped roasted red peppers
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
→ Cheese
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0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Season steak cubes evenly with salt, cracked black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Arrange steak cubes in a single layer and sear without moving for approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Introduce shrimp, sprinkle smoked paprika and a pinch of salt. Sauté shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, ensuring not to overcook. Remove from heat.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a small cup of pasta cooking water, then drain pasta. Immediately toss pasta with remaining 1 tablespoon unsalted butter to evenly coat.
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Add fresh spinach and chopped roasted red peppers to the pasta and shrimp mixture. Gently stir to wilt spinach without overcooking. Add reserved pasta water in small increments if needed to adjust moisture and sauce consistency.
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Plate the shrimp and vegetable pasta first, then arrange seared steak bites on top. Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and scatter fresh parsley over the dish. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of tender pasta, savory steak, and garlicky shrimp.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
For enhanced flavor, use ribeye steak and allow it to rest 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
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Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent toughness; monitor color change carefully.
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Reserve pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency and improve coating on noodles.