Discover a Flavorful Dinner with Cajun Shrimp Steak & Rice
Ingredients:
1 ribeye or NY strip steak, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 8-10 large shrimp, peeled & deveined, 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp butter, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional), 1 cup basmati or jasmine rice, 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp turmeric or saffron, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp butter, 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, 1 tsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Directions:
1. Prepare the Yellow Rice: Rinse rice and drain. In a pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add rice, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until fluffy.
2. Cook the Steak: Rub steak with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 3-4 minutes per side. Add butter and baste the steak for extra flavor. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
3. Prepare the Cajun Shrimp: In the same pan, melt butter and add shrimp. Season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, then squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp.
4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thick and creamy.
5. Steam the Broccoli: Toss broccoli with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Steam for 5 minutes until tender but crisp.
6. Assemble & Serve: Plate the steak and pour the creamy garlic butter sauce over it. Top with the Cajun shrimp. Serve with yellow rice and steamed broccoli. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutritional Values: Approximately 850 calories per serving, with around 65g of protein.
There's so much warmth and flavor in this meal to inspire both your cooking and your dinner table.