Cajun Shrimp Steak Alfredo (Printer-Friendly Layout)

Creamy fettuccine with Cajun-spiced shrimp, tender steak, and silky Parmesan sauce for an indulgent, flavor-packed dinner.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 225g fettuccine pasta

→ Proteins

02 - 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
03 - 450g ribeye or sirloin steak, trimmed and cubed

→ Seasonings

04 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
05 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Sauce

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 240ml heavy cream
09 - 240ml low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 100g freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Garnish

11 - Fresh chopped parsley or extra Parmesan

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak cubes with salt, pepper, and half the Cajun seasoning. Sear until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and shrimp. Season with remaining Cajun seasoning and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove and keep warm with the steak.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Warm the mixture, then stir in grated Parmesan until melted and smooth.
05 - Return the cooked steak and shrimp to the skillet with the sauce. Add the drained pasta and toss everything together until well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley or additional Parmesan before serving.

# Extra Tips and Tricks:

01 - Using a well-marbled cut of steak like ribeye adds extra flavor, but sirloin is a great leaner alternative.
02 - Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing Cajun seasoning, or adding a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.
03 - For a creamier sauce, add more Parmesan cheese or an extra splash of heavy cream.
04 - If sauce thickens too much, stir in additional broth or pasta water to reach desired consistency.

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