FILET MIGNON & CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP _ Bold, rich, and restaurant-worthy at home! Ingredients: For the...

FILET MIGNON & CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP _ Bold, rich, and restaurant-worthy at home!

Ingredients:

For the Filet Mignon:

2 filet mignon steaks (1 ½ inches thick)

Salt and cracked black pepper, to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic, smashed

1 sprig thyme or rosemary

For the Cajun Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1/4 tsp garlic powder

Salt, to taste

For the Creamy Cajun Sauce:

2 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1️⃣ Cook the Steaks:

Pat steaks dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet on high. Sear each side 3–4 minutes. Add butter, garlic, and thyme, and baste until cooked to desired doneness. Let rest.

2️⃣ Sauté the Shrimp:

Toss shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. In a separate skillet, cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until opaque. Set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté garlic 1 minute, add Cajun seasoning, then stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened.

4️⃣ Assemble the Dish:

Plate the steak, top with shrimp, and spoon creamy Cajun sauce generously over everything.

5️⃣ Garnish & Serve:

Sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or grilled vegetables.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: ~750 per serving | Protein: ~55g per serving

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