Description
Sizzling Blackened Steak and Shrimp Alfredo delivers a spicy Southern coastal culinary adventure with luxurious creamy pasta. Rich seafood and tender beef meld perfectly, creating a mouthwatering dish that satisfies deep comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 (12-ounce) ribeye or New York strip steak
- 8 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Thoroughly dry the steak surface using paper towels, ensuring optimal seasoning adherence and caramelization.
- Generously coat the steak with blackened seasoning, pressing the spice blend into the meat to create an even, robust flavor crust.
- Preheat a heavy-bottomed cast iron skillet until it reaches a smoking hot temperature, which will help develop a perfect sear.
- Drizzle olive oil into the skillet, creating a thin, shimmering layer that will enhance the meat’s browning process.
- Carefully place the seasoned steak into the skillet, allowing it to sizzle and develop a dark, crispy exterior without moving it for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the steak using tongs, cooking the opposite side for an additional 3-4 minutes to achieve a medium-rare doneness or adjust cooking time for personal preference.
- Remove the steak from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board, letting it rest for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- After resting, slice the steak against the grain into thin, elegant strips that will showcase the perfectly cooked interior.
Notes
- Seasoning selection matters hugely for achieving authentic blackened flavor, so choose a high-quality Cajun or blackening spice blend with paprika, cayenne, and herbs.
- Ensure skillet is scorching hot before adding protein to create that signature dark, crispy exterior without burning the spices.
- Let meat rest completely after cooking to redistribute juices, preventing dryness and maintaining maximum tenderness when slicing.
- Consider using cast iron skillet for most authentic blackening technique, as it retains heat exceptionally well and creates superior crust on proteins.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 880
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 56 g
- Saturated Fat: 29 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg